Conservation Engineer (Natural Resources Engineer 3)

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the engineering specialist supporting Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) across a 20-county area.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering support to SWCD staff on conservation projects and practices.
• Review engineering plans, designs, and specifications for accuracy, compliance, and sound engineering practices.
• Ensure projects comply with the Field Office Technical Guide and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Assign technical job approval levels to SWCD staff based on demonstrated engineering skills and proficiency.
• Develop and deliver engineering and technical training for SWCD staff.
• Provide training on agricultural and urban best management practices, including water pollution control, manure management, and stream restoration.
• Oversee the design and construction of specialized conservation practices and recommend modifications when needed.
• Develop and update engineering standards, specifications, and technical documentation for new conservation technologies and best management practices.
• Investigate agricultural pollution concerns and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.
• Review plans for agricultural pollution control facilities requiring state permits.
• Conduct field investigations and provide on-site engineering assistance for conservation and water-quality projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certificate of registration as professional engineer issued by State Licensing Board.
• 12 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Engineer 2, 85742 or 12 mos. equivalent related engineering experience.