TCEQ - Engineer Hiring Program (STATEWIDE)

Between $6,093.00 and $8,519.00 Per Month Position range in Travis County $6,580.00

• $11,166.00 Per Month TCEQ
• Engineer Hiring Program (STATEWIDE)

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Occupation:

Environmental Engineers

Location:

Multiple Locations, TX

• 78701 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16998437

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/02/2026

Updated:

04/05/2026

Expires:

04/06/2027

Web Site:

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Remote:

Selection Required

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Agency Job ID:

00057361 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the

CAPPS Career Section:

https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00057361 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section WE ARE TCEQJoin our team of professionals Engineers at TCEQ, where protecting the environment is at the heart of everything we do. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and safe management of waste.

TCEQ employees get some great perks, includingpaid leave, health insurance, and state and federal holidays. SeeBenefits and Perks at

TCEQTCEQ

provides great career advancement opportunities with clear paths for professional growth and development.

ENGINEERING HIRING

POOLThis program aims to establish a pool of applicants suitable for filling TCEQ Engineering and General Engineering Specialist positions.

Licensed Engineers receive a$5,000.00 recruitment bonus. Unlicensed Engineers can join TCEQ and receive training and study resources to prepare for their PE exam.

How does the Engineer Hiring Program work?

Hiring supervisors in the Austin Central Office, or any of TCEQ's sixteen regional offices, may request candidates with specific Texas Professional Engineer licenses and geographic preferences from the Engineer Hiring pool. The hiring supervisor schedules interviews and makes a final selection.

Qualifications:

Positions Available /Minimum QualificationsEngineer 1Texas Professional Engineer's license.

Engineer IITexas Professional Engineer's license plus one year of full-time engineering experience beyond licensure

• .Engineer IIITexas Professional Engineer's license plus two years of full-time engineering experience beyond licensure
• .Engineer IVTexas Professional Engineer's license plus three years of full-time engineering experience beyond licensure
• .Engineer VTexas Professional Engineer's license plus four years of full-time engineering experience beyond licensure
• .Engineer VITexas Professional Engineer's license plus five years of full-time engineering experience beyond licensure

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• Qualifying work experience includes that obtained post licensure as an engineering graduate student or teacher.

GENERAL ENGINEERING

SPECIALISTGeneral Engineering Specialist IA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

General Engineering Specialist IIA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus one year of full-time engineering experience

• .General Engineering Specialist IIIA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus two years of full-time engineering experience
• .General Engineering Specialist IVA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus four years of full-time engineering experience
• .General Engineering Specialist VA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus five years of full-time engineering experience
• .General Engineering Specialist VIA bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus six years of full-time engineering experience

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• Substitutions for experience:

State of Texas Engineer-in-Training (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification will substitute for six months of the required experience.

A master's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related fields from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience.

A doctorate in engineering, environmental science, or related fields from an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of the required experience.

NOTE:

The program is not available to current TCEQ employees or those individuals who decline an offer of employmentHOW TO APPLYOnly applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need tocreate an accountin the CAPPS online application system. Please visit ourjob opportunitiespage for more information about the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

How long does my application stay on file?

Applications remain on file for one year from the date of receipt. Eligible individuals may submit a new application for an additional one-year period.

What if my transcripts are from an international university?

Applicants who hold an international degree should contact aforeign degree evaluation serviceto have their course work evaluated prior to submitting for a position with the TCEQ. The service must be a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or acceptable to the Texas State Board of Education Certification.

A photocopy of the evaluation must be included with the job submission in order for it to be considered complete.

BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plans

Insurance:

Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes Professional development opportunities Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state Wellness Program and Activities Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ Work-Life Balance

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ

will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.

In compliance with ADA, if you need accommodation during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.MILITARY

OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY

(MOS) CODESMilitary Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at:https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.Please click the hyperlink under 'Occupational Category' for the respective Class Title.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.