Environmental Engineer 9-P11/Licensed 12 - Surface Water Treatment Engineer
Salary
$27.03 - $48.16 Hourly
Location
To Be Determined - TBD, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
7601-26-DWEHD-022
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Job Description
This position collaborates with a team of experienced engineers at EGLE to resolve complex issues. The surface water treatment engineer assists with performing sanitary surveys, surveillance visits, and reviewing plans, specifications, and permit applications for community water supplies which have treatment plants subject to the Surface Water Treatment Rules. The surface water treatment engineer also assists with reviewing monthly operation reports and serves as a contact for communities subject to the Surface Water Treatment Rules.
This position offers the following exciting career possibilities:
The ideal candidate:
Examples of actual projects for this position include:
Environmental Engineer 9-P11:
The surface water engineer performs engineering review and surveillance of public water supplies as defined by the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act (Act 399, PA 1976, as amended) for surface water systems. The activities consist of, or are related to, evaluation, construction, and surveillance and monitoring of surface water treatment for these public water supplies. The surface water engineer also performs the first-line engineering review of construction permit applications and supporting documentation. The following duties are to be assigned to Genesee, Lapeer, Gratiot, Isabella, Saginaw, Sanilac, Midland, Bay, Arenac, Iosco, Alpena, Mackinac, Chippewa, Schoolcraft, Delta, Menominee, Marquette, Baraga and Ontonagon Counties.
Position Description - Env Engineer 9-P11
Environmental Engineer Licensed 12:
This position functions as the recognized resource for the engineering review and issuance of construction permits for all surface water treatment plants for a specified geographic area (Genesee, Lapeer, Gratiot, Isabella, Saginaw, Sanilac, Midland, Bay, Arenac, Iosco, Alpena, Mackinac, Chippewa, Schoolcraft, Delta, Menominee, Marquette, Baraga and Ontonagon counties). This position will also be responsible for reviewing technical documents and analyzing technical data related to surface water systems.
Position Description - Env Engineer Lcnd 12
The work location of these positions will be either the Bay City, Cadillac, Gaylord, or Marquette District Office, depending on the selected candidate. However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to their official work location). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelors degree in engineering.
Experience
Environmental Engineer 9: No specific type or amount is required.
Environmental Engineer 10: One year of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health, or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer 9.
Environmental Engineer P11: Two years of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health, or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer, including one year equivalent to Environmental Engineer 10.
Environmental Engineer Licensed Engineer 12: Three years of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Engineer P11.
Additional Requirements and Information
NOTE: Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan for the Environmental Engineer Licensed 12 level.
ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energys mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan's land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan's residents.
The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.
State of Michigan - Employee Benefits
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and your official college transcripts to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrars signature and/or seal.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/ENVIRONMENTALENGINEERLICENSED_12611_7.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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EVILICA - Do you possess a bachelors degree or higher in engineering? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
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EVILICA - Do you possess at least three years of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer?
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EVILICA - Do you possess a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan? If so, please provide your license number in the Certification/Licenses section of your profile.
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Do you possess a valid drivers license?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide your Drivers License number. If you answered no, please enter N/A.
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Have you taken courses in chemistry, hydraulics, and water treatment?
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Have you taken courses in or been otherwise exposed to environmental laws pertaining to water quality protection, or public health laws pertaining to public water supply?
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Have you taken course work in or have experience in the chemical or microbiological analysis of water?
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Do you have experience using personal computers including work-processing, database, and spreadsheet software?
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Did you attach a cover letter describing why you are interested and how you are qualified for this position? NOTE: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
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Did you attach your resume and official college transcript to your application? NOTE: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) Address 525 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone 517-284-5014