Environmental Engineer (ET) B - 516658

Job ID:516658Location:CHATTANOOGA, TNRegular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Environmental Engineer (ET) B - 516658

Organization: Chief Operating Office

Department: Air Permits, Compliance, and Monitoring

Location: Chattanooga, TN or Muscle Shoals, AL or Memphis, TN

Position Mobility: This is a Hybrid position.

Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with the federal travel regulations.

Posting Open: 05/22/2024

Posting Close: 06/22/2024 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Ideal candidate will have demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and have a basic understanding of environmental calculations (i.e., air emissions from combustion sources).

Job Summary

• Plans, conducts and reports the results of engineering studies aimed at evaluating the environmental effects of activities and at resolving environmental engineering problems.

• Participates in the initial discussions of the purpose, scope and goals of projects. Plans how activities will be conducted to fulfill study purposes and achieve study goals. This includes deciding which methods will be employed, scheduling, allocating the use of equipment and other resources and making cost estimates.

• Directs and participates in activities by directing the work of engineers, scientists, and technicians; using and calibrating equipment; sampling and use lab equipment frequently; making judgments as to whether or not alteration of methods are necessary and makes alterations based on conditions; making observations of project conditions which will later be used in interpreting the results of project activities.

• Develops and implements environmental compliances projects and provides guidance in response to changes in laws and regulations.

• Prepares various environmental regulations reports such as PCB, NPDES, DMR, SARA, Title V and hazardous waste reports (solid waste monitoring reports and permit application).

• Reviews and ensures the technical adequacy of project results. This requires the application of environmental engineering principles, standards and techniques, as well as the application of applicable environmental laws, regulations, standards and guidelines.

• Keeps abreast of technical developments in the area of environmental engineering and advises project personnel of changes and their significance.

• Pursuit of professional development through active participation in technical and professional societies.

• Frequent regulatory, customer, and plant interface

  Supervision Received

  At the beginning of assignments, instructions are given either verbally or in writing on the objectives and scope. Assignments usually are accompanied by deadlines from the customer. Conflicting deadlines and priorities are resolved by the incumbent. Assignments may be reviewed for technical adequacy upon completion. Work independently and participate on interdisciplinary teams to provide engineering support in development and implementation of projects dealing with traditional and innovative environmental engineering technology.

  SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES (May be job or organization specific)

• Persuasion skills

• Written and oral communication skills

• Planning skills

• Design Skills

• Ability to reach conclusions

• Computer skills

• Safety skills

• Teaming skills

• Laboratory skills

• Report Writing skills

  Minimum Qualifications(Consistent with Classification Standard)

  Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil or chemical engineering, or other related engineering degree from an accredited college or university with environmental course work. A Master’s Degree in desirable.

• Membership in a related professional or technical society or related certifications such as a Professional Engineering license (may be required in accordance with TVA Business Practice 15) are desirable.

• Must have demonstrated proficiency in engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA values and embraces diversity. We encourage all individuals to apply regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sex, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status and age. We strive to be inclusive of all the people we serve across the Valley.

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found atwww.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

• Upload documents in Step 8 of the application process.

• Email documents to[email protected]

  More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .

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