It is distinguished form the lower level by work assignments of more technical difficulty and complexity which require more in-depth engineering knowledge and expertise in a diversity of disciplines and environmental experience. The Environmental Engineer 2 is distinguished from the higher level by less involvement in work assignments which involve feasibility evaluation of major new industry, unconventional pollution control technologies, or problems for which there are no procedural precedents. Permit Review and Evaluation. Compliance and Inspection. Work is reviewed upon completion for accomplishment of work plans and to ensure that program goals are being met.
Senior engineers are generally available for consultation and advice.
Work assignments are presented verbally or in writing by supervisory staff in the form of a problem to be analyzed, an idea or concept to be investigated, or an evaluation that needs to be made. Employees in this class use administrative rules and procedures, State and Federal laws, and department policies and procedures as guidelines for problem solving and decision making. Extensive knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of chemical, civil, environmental, mechanical, or other engineering. General knowledge of principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry, hydraulics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, statics, and dynamics. Basic knowledge of trends, technological changes, and developments in the environmental engineering profession.