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State of Missouri

Senior Professional Engineer - 4100087

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An Environmental Engineer develops solutions to environmental problems using engineering, biology, chemistry, and geology. Addresses pollution control, waste disposal, recycling, or public health issues. Works on local environmental issues, such as polluted groundwater, or global or regional issues, such as acid rain. Works with environmental scientists and public policymakers to identify problems and develop technologies that benefit people and protect the environment.

$97,846 / year median in Missouri

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Between $77k and $81k Per Year Position range in Jefferson City, MO Metropolitan Statistical Area $64k
  • $112k Per Year Senior Professional Engineer
  • 4100087 State of Missouri
Occupation:
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Location:
Jefferson City, MO
  • 65101
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Posted:
07/01/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
State of Missouri
Web Site:
www.mo.gov Job #: jo_1997315473 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Summary
  • Why you'll love this position We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members.
We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.
Please note:
The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above. This position will be located at 1730 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO, typically from the hours of 8am to 5pm. Responsibilities
  • What you'll do
  • This is an independent and advanced professional engineering position responsible for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) permitting. Experience with both subtitle-C and subtitle-D permitting is preferred.
  • Provides technical, administrative and policy oversight/direction and review of work products for Missouri's laws and regulations pertaining to hazardous and solid waste facility operating permits, permit modifications, corrective action, and groundwater issues including the application of engineering principles and practices in these areas.
  • Assists in development, negotiation, and management of elements of State/United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) agreements/work plans and participates in EPA program reviews for continued federal grant funding of hazardous waste activities.
Oversees, monitors, and ensures implementation of staff project activities that are cost recoverable under the state hazardous waste law and regulations.
  • Provides internal review, guidance, and consultation to staff on specific projects to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; conformance with engineering principles and practices; adherence to division, departmental and EPA technical and administrative requirements and policies, and tracking of project progress in relation to achievement of Section and EPA-negotiated goals.
  • Provides external guidance and consultation to environmental professionals, government officials, and the general public on hazardous and solid waste permitting, corrective action, groundwater, and hazardous and solid waste management activities.
  • Participate in training and technical conferences to remain current on engineering practices, innovative treatment technologies, and effectively communicate this information to other department engineers and engineering consultants.
  • Develop and maintain an extensive working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, technical principles and/or practices applicable to assigned projects and area of expertise, including the permitting process and the sampling and analysis of environmental media, groundwater monitoring programs at solid and hazardous waste management facilities, and fate and transport of contaminants in the environment.
  • Statewide travel for periods up to one week may be required. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Qualifications
  • All you need for success
  • Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri
  • A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited program and 6 or more years of engineering experience.
  • This position is required to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license. AND To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving:
uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
    Compliance:
    Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
      Developing Others:
      Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
        Environmental Engineering:
        Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to protect and improve the quality of the environment and its resources; and to monitor, control, abate, and prevent pollutants.
        • Training, certification, and/or education in continuous process improvement programs such as Lean Six Sigma as well as completion of Missouri Way, Leadership Academy, and similar programs is preferred. Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. Job Details
        • More reasons to love this position Benefits & Work-life Balance Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals.
        Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here.
        How we invest in you:
        • Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
        • Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.
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