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Environmental Protection Engineer Jobs in New York

Jensen Hughes

Sr. Consultant Fire Protection

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

... environment is strongly desired * Registered Fire Protection Engineer strongly desired (New York, New Jersey or New England) * New York or Massachusetts specific fire and building code experience ...

City of New York

Environmental Engineering Intern

Corona, NY · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public ... The Environmental Engineering Intern will conduct investigations to determine the scope of a ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

New York, NY

$82K - $107K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

Neptune, NJ

$79K - $103K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

Florham Park, NJ

$78K - $103K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

Neptune City, NJ · On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

Neptune, NJ · On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

$78K - $103K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

True Environmental

Wetland Scientist

New York, NY · On-site

$82K - $107K/yr

S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state methodologies * Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) (Freshwater ...

City of New York

Environmental Engineer Intern

Queens, NY · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by ... The selected candidate will provide engineering support for stormwater management, drainage ...

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City of New York

Environmental Engineer Intern

Queens, NY

$18 - $22.75/hr

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by ... The selected candidate will provide engineering support for stormwater management, drainage ...

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How much do environmental protection engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental protection engineer in New York is $99,766.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,400.00 and $118,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an environmental protection engineer do?

An Environmental Protection Engineer is responsible for developing solutions to environmental problems by applying principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry. They work to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control. Their duties may include designing systems to reduce pollution, conducting environmental impact assessments, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. These engineers often collaborate with government agencies, private companies, and communities to ensure environmental sustainability and protect public health.

What types of projects do environmental protection engineers typically work on, and how do they collaborate with other professionals?

Environmental Protection Engineers are often involved in projects such as designing pollution control systems, developing waste treatment solutions, and assessing environmental impact for new developments. They regularly collaborate with scientists, regulatory agencies, and construction teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and to integrate sustainable practices. Teamwork and clear communication are essential, as these engineers must translate technical findings into actionable plans and coordinate with multiple stakeholders throughout a project's lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environmental protection engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Protection Engineer, you need a strong background in environmental engineering principles, regulatory compliance, and project management, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering. Familiarity with environmental modeling software, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and relevant certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are commonly required. Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and navigate complex environmental challenges. These competencies ensure that environmental projects are designed and executed efficiently, safely, and in line with regulatory standards.

What is the difference between Environmental Protection Engineer vs Environmental Engineer?

AspectEnvironmental Protection EngineerEnvironmental Engineer
CertificationsPE license, environmental certificationsPE license, environmental certifications
Work EnvironmentRegulatory agencies, consulting firms, industrial sitesConsulting firms, government agencies, industrial projects
Primary FocusEnsuring compliance with environmental laws, pollution controlDesigning sustainable systems, environmental impact assessments

Environmental Protection Engineers primarily focus on ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and controlling pollution, often working with regulatory agencies or industrial sites. Environmental Engineers have a broader scope, including designing sustainable systems and conducting impact assessments. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in industry settings, but their core responsibilities differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Protection Engineer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,766 per year, or $48 per hour.

Senior Associate - Data Protection Engineer

Manhattan, NY • Hybrid

New York Life
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about New York Lifeexternal

$124K - $177K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week 

As part of Technology, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking initiatives that shape New York Life's digital landscape. Leverage cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI to increase productivity, streamline processes, and create seamless experiences for clients, agents, and employees. Your expertise fuels innovation, agility, and growth - driving the company's success. 

Role Overview:  

The Data Protection Engineer plays a key role in advancing New York Life's data governance & data protection initiatives. This individual contributor role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing data protection solutions and data governance workflows using platforms such as Databricks, Securiti.ai, Anomalo, & Atlan. 

Working closely with data governance analysts, product managers, and business/technology teams, the data protection engineer delivers capabilities like data scanning for PII/PHI detection, data protection using tokenization/masking and data risk measurement, monitoring and mitigation; supporting New York Life's Data Strategy and enabling timely, data-driven decisions built on trusted information. 

What You'll Do:  

  • Develop and maintain automated data protection routines for NYL's democratized enterprise data lakes in AWS (RedShift, DataBricks) & GCP (BigQuery, PostgreSQL), for both structured & unstructured data.  

  • Configure, test, and maintain Databricks, Anomalo, Atlan, Securiti.ai platform functionality, including building custom connectors and running BAU platform operations.  

  • Build hands-on solutions, prototypes, dashboards, or lightweight applications using Python, SQL, Streamlit, Databricks, and related tools.  

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define data protection requirements for critical data elements and support remediation prioritization  

  • Create clear documentation and reporting to communicate findings, standards, and recommendations. 

  • Drive adoption of governance tools through road-shows, training sessions, user enablement, and data owner/steward playbooks. 

  • Participate in Agile ceremonies by contributing to backlog building and sprint events in Jira. 

What You'll Bring:  

  • 5-7+ years of professional experience, including 2-3+ years in a data protection function. 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 

  • Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data protection & remediation, tagging, data quality and metadata management concepts. 

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills and experience working across business and technical teams. 

  • Strong proficiency with SQL, Python and data modeling/analysis concepts. 

  • Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. 

Required Skills:  

  • Hands-on experience with DataBricks, Securiti.ai, Anomalo, Atlan, or similar data governance/protection tools. 

  • Prior experience with rollouts for data protection routines for PII/PHI structured & unstructured data with be a stand-out skill 

  • Working in Agile environments using Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint. 

  • Understanding of security and authentication patterns (AWS Secrets manager etc.) protection algorithms (tokenization/masking etc.)  

  • Backend Development (Postgres DB, Data Modelling, Query optimization and indexing, Connection pooling, Strong SQL skills with the ability to analyze and validate data lineage etc.,) 

  • Software development skills incl. but not limited to solutions design, deployment management (SDLC patterns, CI CD, leveraging Harness etc.) & testing (Unit testing, Integration testing, test automation, test suites etc.) 

Preferred Skills: 

  • Prior experience with DSPM initiatives 

  • Exposure to AI-enabled governance accelerators, metadata enrichment, cataloging. Use tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and similar applications for research, document analysis, summarization, workflow automation, QA, and prototyping. 

  • Experience supporting data modernization or cloud migration initiatives in enterprise settings. 

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $124,000-$177,000 

Overtime eligible: Exempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Company Overview 

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. 

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress. 

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it. 

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.

Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.

Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.

Job Requisition ID: 94025

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Colleges, universities, and professional schools

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Syracuse, NY, US

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