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Wildlife Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

LAUKOA

On-Call Field Biologist

Denver, CO · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Conduct botanical, wildlife, pre-construction surveys for nesting birds, and/or wetland ... project, including clients, engineers, stakeholders, government personnel, land owners ...

Laukoa

On-Call Field Biologist

Denver, CO · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Conduct botanical, wildlife, pre-construction surveys for nesting birds, and/or wetland ... project, including clients, engineers, stakeholders, government personnel, land owners ...

Laukoa

On-Call Field Biologist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Conduct botanical, wildlife, pre-construction surveys for nesting birds, and/or wetland ... project, including clients, engineers, stakeholders, government personnel, land owners ...

NWF

Operations Coordinator

Boulder, CO · On-site

We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental ...

Stantec

Senior Restoration Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... wildlife biologists, soil scientists, geomorphologists, landscape architects, hydrologists, and planners. The Senior Restoration Engineer will provide technical support for habitat restoration ...

Stantec

Senior Restoration Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$142 - $212/hr

... wildlife biologists, soil scientists, geomorphologists, landscape architects, hydrologists, and planners. The Senior Restoration Engineer will provide technical support for habitat restoration ...

Stantec

Senior Restoration Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$128K - $192K/yr

... wildlife biologists, soil scientists, geomorphologists, landscape architects, hydrologists, and planners. The Senior Restoration Engineer will provide technical support for habitat restoration ...

Stantec

Senior Restoration Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

... wildlife biologists, soil scientists, geomorphologists, landscape architects, hydrologists, and planners. The Senior Restoration Engineer will provide technical support for habitat restoration ...

Stantec

Senior Restoration Engineer

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

... wildlife biologists, soil scientists, geomorphologists, landscape architects, hydrologists, and planners. The Senior Restoration Engineer will provide technical support for habitat restoration ...

QB Energy

Sr Drilling Engineer

Denver, CO

$206K - $255K/yr

Initiatives such as zero-flaring, methane emissions reduction, water recycling, and wildlife mitigation help minimize footprint while maximizing long-term value. Job Summary The Sr. Drilling Engineer ...

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What is a wildlife engineer?

Wildlife engineers are professionals who apply engineering principles to the conservation, management, and restoration of wildlife habitats. They work to design and implement structures or systems that help balance human development with the needs of wildlife. This can include building wildlife crossings, restoring wetlands, or developing habitat management plans. Their goal is to ensure that ecosystems remain healthy and that wildlife populations are sustained, often collaborating with biologists, environmental scientists, and government agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wildlife engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wildlife Engineer, you need a solid background in environmental science, ecology, and engineering, typically backed by a relevant degree in environmental, civil, or biological engineering. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental modeling tools, and knowledge of regulatory compliance are commonly required technical skills, along with certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in some roles. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with stakeholders and translating technical findings into actionable conservation solutions. These skills and qualifications ensure that wildlife engineers can design and implement sustainable projects that balance human development with ecosystem conservation.

What are some common challenges wildlife engineers face when balancing conservation efforts with infrastructure development projects?

Wildlife Engineers often encounter the challenge of aligning ecological conservation priorities with the demands of infrastructure development, such as roads, dams, or urban expansion. Navigating regulatory requirements, stakeholder interests, and environmental impact assessments requires strong problem-solving and negotiation skills. Collaboration with biologists, government agencies, and construction teams is essential to design solutions that minimize habitat disruption while meeting project goals. Adapting to evolving environmental standards and integrating innovative mitigation measures are also key aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Wildlife Engineer vs Wildlife Biologist?

AspectWildlife EngineerWildlife Biologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field; certifications in environmental or wildlife managementBachelor's or master's degree in biology, ecology, or wildlife management; relevant research experience
Work EnvironmentField sites, environmental consulting firms, government agenciesResearch labs, fieldwork in natural habitats, conservation organizations
Employer & Industry UsageEnvironmental consulting, government agencies, engineering firmsResearch institutions, conservation NGOs, government wildlife departments

Wildlife Engineers focus on designing solutions to protect and manage wildlife habitats using engineering principles, while Wildlife Biologists study animal behavior and ecology to inform conservation efforts. Both roles often collaborate but differ in their core focus and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Wildlife Engineer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Environmental Professional, Biologist and Wetland Specialist

Wilson & Company

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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Job description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, a national multi-disciplined engineering and architecture consulting firm, is currently seeking a full-time Environmental Professional - Biologist and Wetland Specialist to join our Rocky Mountain Region team in one of our offices in Utah or Colorado. You'll join our growing team of environmental professionals from across the company to perform biological surveys, wetland delineations, draft reports and site forms, conduct environmental analyses, and deliver quality documents supporting our federal, state, local, and tribal clients under the Clean Water Act (CWA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other applicable federal and state regulations for environmental resource management.

In this position, you will perform fieldwork, evaluate potential environmental impacts and mitigation requirements, and write technical reports for wetland and biological resources on a variety of transportation, railroad, land development, and stormwater/wastewater projects. Biological resources include, but are not limited to, wetland delineation and mitigation, threatened and endangered species, wildlife, vegetation, noxious weeds, and environmental permitting. Aside from biological resources, we will also have you assist in compliance with NEPA and other environmental laws. Strong writing skills are required and experience with GIS is preferred. For the right candidate, this position has the potential to provide rapid growth.

All Wilson & Company environmental staff work collaboratively with engineering professionals in a variety of disciplines across the firm to meet project goals, and with other key staff to build relationships both locally and in all states where Wilson & Company is conducting environmental project work. Strong communication skills are required.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Serve as project and/or task manager for environmental/NEPA projects in Rocky Mountain Region and firmwide; coordinate with and support others for overall project performance and deliver projects to clients on schedule and on budget.
  • Support the national environmental program through marketing, proposal preparation, and environmental analysis and documentation.
  • Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with engineering professionals in a variety of disciplines across Wilson & Company to meet project goals, and other key staff to build client relationships in the states where Wilson & Company is conducting environmental project work.
  • Provide technical environmental resource expertise for wetland and biological resources
  • Conduct fieldwork as it relates to project needs, includes travel throughout Colorado, Utah, and out-of-state travel to support a national environmental program.
  • Prepare biological resource reports, including Technical Memos, Biological Assessments, and Biological Evaluations.
  • Consult with jurisdictional and regulatory agencies and other stakeholders, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, etc.
  • Collaborate on the preparation of environmental and NEPA documentation, in part or in whole, including resource-specific technical reports, EIDs, CEs, EAs, and EISs.
  • Plan and conduct field delineations of Waters of the U.S., including wetlands, and conduct stream assessments.
  • Prepare delineation reports, functional assessments, mitigation plans, and Jurisdictional Determinations (JD) requests.
  • Prepare permit applications under Sections 404/401 of the Clean Water Act and NPDES Section 402.
  • Coordinate with state, federal, and local regulatory agencies.
  • Conduct vegetation and species habitat surveys.
  • Complete database reviews and background research to support NEPA documents and prepare NEPA documentation.
  • Prepare Section 7 consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Planning, or a related discipline; advanced degrees preferred
  • Experience managing environmental projects and supporting NEPA compliance efforts, including technical writing and preparation of environmental documentation, is preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience conducting wetland delineations, threatened and endangered (T&E) species assessments, permitting, reporting, and mitigation planning utilizing the Arid West, Western Mountain, Great Plains, and/or Midwest Regional Supplements. Candidates with 5+ years of experience are strongly preferred.
  • Experience preparing wetland delineation reports, T&E assessment reports, Section 404 permit applications, and mitigation plans.
  • Strong field skills in wetland delineation and T&E assessments, including GPS data collection and ArcGIS/GIS applications.
  • Ability to identify wetlands, jurisdictional waters of the U.S., and associated soils, vegetation communities, wildlife species, and habitats common to the Intermountain West, Colorado, Utah, and Midwest regions.
  • Experience coordinating with federal, state, local, tribal, and regulatory agencies; Colorado permitting experience and familiarity with CDOT projects is preferred.
  • Professional certification as a Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT), Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), or the ability to qualify for PWS certification is preferred.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, manage tasks and budgets, and deliver work on schedule.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS.

Annual Salary Range: $52,000 - $90,000

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values-discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions-we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees' success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.

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