Environmental Engineer III

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $25.96 - $54.01 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov | 801-538-4624 Application Deadline – 4/24/2026

The Department of Environmental Quality is looking for an Environmental Engineer III to assist in the Hazardous Waste Section within the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.

Applicants that qualify under the Return Utah program are welcome to apply. The Return Utah program is a formal career reentry program, designated for Utahns reentering the workforce after a career break. The program is tied to the state job you are applying for meaning that along with a new role and traditional on-the-job training, candidates hired will receive 16 weeks of transitional support (which includes an office technology review, coaching, career development opportunities, mentorship, networking opportunities and job market readiness training).

To Be Eligible For Return Utah, Candidates Must

• Have prior professional/life experience and/or qualifying skills suitable for the job’s functional area of interest and,
• A career break of one year or more at the time of application or,
• Confirm military affiliation (as a service member, veteran, spouse or partner) or,
• Be underemployed at the time of application (e.g., limited opportunity, low pay, or unable to utilize full professional skills).
  
  

This a long-term position meaning employment will extend past the completion of the Return Utah program, provided for 16 weeks. Career Service requirements including the state of Utah’s standard probationary period apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical review of engineering processes.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Inspection and enforcement of hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.
• Effectively listen to and communicate with a variety of audiences.
• Work well independently and in a team environment.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Communicates regulations and complicated concepts in a way that is understandable depending on the audience. Listens to understand and responds well to feedback.
• Skilled in working independently and as a team to work toward appropriate solutions.
• Ability to prepare detailed, technical inspection reports that enable legally defensible enforcement actions.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn complicated industrial processes.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and welcomes knowledge and information sharing.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in an Engineering field, preferably Chemical Engineering.
  
  

Job Series

The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Engineer I with a salary range of $25.96 - $41.19 per hour, an Environmental Engineer II with a salary range of $30.57 - $48.48 per hour, or an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $34.06 - $54.01 per hour.

About The Role

Location –

195 North 1950 West

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

The Agency For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control, click here .

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.