Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
Environmental Engineer (SG7) * Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering ... Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization ...
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Columbus, OH · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Work in a fast-paced learning environment while expanding technical and professional skill sets * Work toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, as applicable by state Required Qualifications
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Entry Level Transportation Engineer
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$33 - $41/hr
... environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support. Our talented team of 650+ professionals delivers integrated planning, design, engineering ...
Entry Level Transportation Engineer
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$33 - $41/hr
... environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support. Our talented team of 650+ professionals delivers integrated planning, design, engineering ...
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... notch engineers around the world. We strive to create a supportive and rewarding environment so ... Speculative application for direct entry Location : San Luis Obispo Nothing suitable? We are at the ...
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$67K - $86K/yr
Shift Type Job Classification Job Title Quality Engineer Education Bachelor's Degree Location ... data entry. * Work environment: This job is performed at an open manufacturing, warehouse and ...
Quality Engineer
Circleville, OH · On-site
$67K - $86K/yr
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... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 2+ Education: * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure: * Passed Fundamentals of ...
... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 2+ Education: * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure: * Passed Fundamentals of ...
... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 2+ Education: * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure: * Passed Fundamentals of ...
... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 2+ Education: * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure: * Passed Fundamentals of ...
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... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 2+ Education: * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure: * Passed Fundamentals of ...
Bridge Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
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$67K - $86K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. 3+ years quality control automotive ... entry. Work environment: This job is performed at an open manufacturing, warehouse and office ...
Quality Engineer
$67K - $86K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. 3+ years quality control automotive ... entry. Work environment: This job is performed at an open manufacturing, warehouse and office ...
Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity ... considered for entry into the organization at this level. Acceptable alternative is: * (1) a ...
Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity ... considered for entry into the organization at this level. Acceptable alternative is: * (1) a ...
Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity ... considered for entry into the organization at this level. Acceptable alternative is: * (1) a ...
Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity ... considered for entry into the organization at this level. Acceptable alternative is: * (1) a ...
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... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 0+ Education * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure * Passed Fundamentals of ...
EIT - Roadway Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
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... environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop ... Entry / 0+ Education * B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure * Passed Fundamentals of ...
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$80K - $85K/yr
... environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while ... Proficient in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office is required.
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Quality Engineer
$80K - $85K/yr
... environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while ... Proficient in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office is required.
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Delaware, OH · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
... environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while ... Proficient in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office is required.
Quality Engineer
Delaware, OH · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
... environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while ... Proficient in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office is required.
Quality Engineer
$68K - $88K/yr
... environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while ... Proficient in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office is required.
Quality Engineer
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... environment. * Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions from engineers and technicians. * Familiarity with basic computer operations, including data entry and file management.
Entry Environmental Engineer information
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$30K - $38K
2% of jobs
$38K - $46K
10% of jobs
$51.3K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$46K - $54K
20% of jobs
$54K - $62K
13% of jobs
The median wage is $64K / yr.
$62K - $70K
21% of jobs
$75.2K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$70K - $78K
14% of jobs
$78K - $86K
7% of jobs
$86K - $94K
5% of jobs
$94K - $102K
3% of jobs
$102K - $110K
2% of jobs
$110K - $118K
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$69.4K
$118K
How much do entry environmental engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry environmental engineer in the United States is $69,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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American Electric Power rating
8.7
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8th of 53 rated energy and utility
Job description
Job Posting End Date
07-24-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Candidate will be responsible for working as a fully engaged and integral part of Water & Ecological Resource Services team to provide water permitting and compliance support to a variety of company facilities, including mainly power generating stations, new generation projects, and occasionally electric transmission and distribution facilities, service centers, office buildings and other AEP business operations. Candidate will exhibit advanced proficiency and knowledge that enables them to serve as subject matter expert. Previous water permitting and compliance experience, a working knowledge of state rules (within AEP's operating territory preferred), and self-motivation is a must.
Candidate will be responsible for permitting and compliance support including, but not limited NPDES permitting (Individual, Multi-Sector, and General Permits)
• US Army Corps of Engineers permitting
• Section 401 Water Quality Certification
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Section 7 and 10 permitting
• State Historic Preservation Office Section 106 Consultation
• Species surveys/habitat protection
• Other federal, state, and local environmental permits and certifications
Job Description
What you'll do:
What we're looking for:
Environmental Engineer (SG7)
Acceptable alternative is:
Environmental Engineer Sr - SG8
Acceptable alternative is:
Environmental Specialist Principle - SG8
Environmental Engineer Principle - SG9
Acceptable alternative is:
Environmental Specialist Consultant - SG9
In addition:
Where you'll work:
What you'll get:
Environmental Specialist Sr (SG7) - $87,633 - $116,847
Environmental Engineer (SG7) - $87,633 - $116,847
Environmental Specialist Principle (SG8) - $98,993 - $138,588
Environmental Engineer Sr (SG8) - $98,993 - $138,588
Environmental Specialist Consultant (SG9) - $116,255 - $162,758
Environmental Engineer Principle (SG9) - $116,255 - $162,758
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$87,633.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
07-24-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Candidate will be responsible for working as a fully engaged and integral part of Water & Ecological Resource Services team to provide water permitting and compliance support to a variety of company facilities, including mainly power generating stations, new generation projects, and occasionally electric transmission and distribution facilities, service centers, office buildings and other AEP business operations. Candidate will exhibit advanced proficiency and knowledge that enables them to serve as subject matter expert. Previous water permitting and compliance experience, a working knowledge of state rules (within AEP's operating territory preferred), and self-motivation is a must.
Candidate will be responsible for permitting and compliance support including, but not limited NPDES permitting (Individual, Multi-Sector, and General Permits)
• US Army Corps of Engineers permitting
• Section 401 Water Quality Certification
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Section 7 and 10 permitting
• State Historic Preservation Office Section 106 Consultation
• Species surveys/habitat protection
• Other federal, state, and local environmental permits and certifications
Job Description
What you'll do:
- Coordinates and performs multiple and complex environmental compliance and support activities such as permit negotiation, policy development, comment packages on draft permits and regulations, and complex/advanced data analysis, facility compliance reviews, vendor compliance audits, scientific/analytical investigation.
- Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the group or those external to the company (e.g., consultants) as required to perform compliance work.
- Interprets regulations and codes in the context of complex compliance situations.
- Actively participates in development of regulations and standards, including participation in professional and business environmental regulatory organizations.
- Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex compliance problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques.
- Interacts and builds working relationships with federal and state resource agency staff.
- Coordinates and conducts training sessions.
- Assists in conducting research studies, consistently looking for and developing opportunities and presenting new ideas and approaches.
- Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc.
- Develops and implements standards of work as it relates to the group's activities and continually seeks process improvements.
What we're looking for:
Environmental Engineer (SG7)
- Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a master's degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*
- Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred.
- *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
Acceptable alternative is:
- a bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- Bachelor's degree (environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field)
- Minimum of 6 years of environmental experience.
- Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
- Registration in recognized associations and organizations for environmental professionals is encouraged.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
Environmental Engineer Sr - SG8
- Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*, or 4 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*; Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred.
- *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
Acceptable alternative is:
- a bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
Environmental Specialist Principle - SG8
- Bachelor's degree (environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field)
- Minimum of 10 years of environmental experience.
- Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
- Registration in recognized associations and organizations for environmental professionals is encouraged.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
Environmental Engineer Principle - SG9
- Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*, or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*; Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
- *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
Acceptable alternative is:
- a bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
Environmental Specialist Consultant - SG9
- Bachelor's degree (environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field)
- Minimum of 18 years of environmental experience.
- Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
- Registration in recognized associations and organizations for environmental professionals is encouraged.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
- Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time
- Physical demand level is Sedentary
In addition:
- Up to 25% travel to job site
Where you'll work:
- This role sits on site in Columbus, OH or additional locations of Ft. Wayne, IN; Charleston, WV; Roanoke, VA; Shreveport, LA or Tulsa, OK
What you'll get:
Environmental Specialist Sr (SG7) - $87,633 - $116,847
Environmental Engineer (SG7) - $87,633 - $116,847
Environmental Specialist Principle (SG8) - $98,993 - $138,588
Environmental Engineer Sr (SG8) - $98,993 - $138,588
Environmental Specialist Consultant (SG9) - $116,255 - $162,758
Environmental Engineer Principle (SG9) - $116,255 - $162,758
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$87,633.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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AEP Energy is a certified competitive retail electricity and natural gas supply provider. We proudly serve residential, small business and commercial and industrial customers. AEP Energy has over 100 years of industry experience with backing from our parent company, American Electric Power (AEP). AEP is one of the largest electric energy companies in the United States and ranked 204 of the Fortune 500.
Industry
Utilities
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Columbus, OH, US
Year founded
1906