Rf Engineer Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

Join Our Team!\r\nDNREC is Now Offering Sign-on Bonuses for Engineers!\r\nThe Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) recognizes its Engineers are a highly valued resource and play a critical role in protecting public health and the environment. For that reason, we are now providing monetary recruitment incentives to new DNREC Engineers in accordance to our Recruitment Program Policy and Procedures.\r\nThe program provides recruitment incentives as follows:\r\nSign-On Bonus- Incentives are based on the position classification:\r\n\r\n $4,000 Engineer I\r\n $5,000 Engineer II\r\n $6,000 Engineer III\r\n $7,000 Engineer IV\r\n\r\nIncentives are paid in two installments. One installment after three months of employment and the second installment after eighteen months from the initial date of employment. New employees accepting this recruitment bonus must commit to two consecutive years of employment with DNREC in the Engineer I-IV series. Must be a new hire to the State of Delaware or new to the Engineer classification series within the State of Delaware\r\nNOTE: You will receive more information during the hiring process. This program is administered by the DNREC - Employment Services section. The program may be terminated by DNREC at any time with or without notice.\r\n

Summary Statement

The primary responsibility of this position is to review, develop, and manage Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) analyses for the Watershed Assessment Branch. This position will serve as a subject expert on TMDL/hydrodynamic modeling and will assist the Watershed Assessment and Management Section in developing novel approaches to managing existing and future pollutant loads. The position will also assist in the review of permits, Watershed Implementation Plans, Pollution Control Strategies, Advance Restoration Plans, and other similar documents to ensure the developed goals and implementation options are realistic and achievable.\r\n

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Experience in using one or more of the following watershed and hydrologic modeling systems: SWAT, HSPF/BASINS, HEC-HMS/HEC-RAS, and/or WASP/QUAL2K/EFDC.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Experience in using one or more of the following statistical and geospatial analysis software: R, SAS, MS Excel (advanced), and/or ESRI GIS.\r\n

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\r\n\r\n Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications. \r\n \r\n Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations. \r\n \r\n Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems. \r\n \r\n Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations. \r\n \r\n Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities. \r\n \r\n Plans and coordinates engineering projects.\r\n \r\n Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.\r\n \r\n Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.\r\n \r\n Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff. \r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer III \r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n1. Possession of a Bachelors Degree or higher in Environmental Engineering OR official notice of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination (in the assigned engineering discipline) administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).\r\n2. At least four years experience in Environmental Engineering.\r\n3. Knowledge of engineering project management which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the status of engineering projects.\r\n

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview. \r\n

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.\r\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.\r\nAs a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).\r\nAll new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. \r\n