IntroductionJoin Our Team! DNREC is Now Offering Sign-on Bonuses for Engineers! The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) recognizes its Engineers are a highly valued resource and play a critical role in protecting public health and the environment. For that reason, we are now providing monetary recruitment incentives to new DNREC Engineers in accordance to our Recruitment Program Policy and Procedures.
The program provides recruitment incentives as follows:
Sign-On Bonus- Incentives are based on the position classification:
- $4,000 Engineer I
- $5,000 Engineer II
- $6,000 Engineer III
- $7,000 Engineer IV
Incentives are paid in two installments. One installment after three months of employment and the second installment after eighteen months from the initial date of employment. New employees accepting this recruitment bonus must commit to two consecutive years of employment with DNREC in the Engineer I-IV series. Must be a new hire to the State of Delaware or new to the Engineer classification series within the State of Delaware
NOTE: You will receive more information during the hiring process. This program is administered by the DNREC - Employment Services section. The program may be terminated by DNREC at any time with or without notice.
Summary Statement This position is responsible for writing and issuing NPDES permits to ensure the protection of Delaware's water quality. Evaluate NPDES applications and monitoring data for technical completeness. Conduct site visits and prepare technically sound permits that include defensible regulatory requirements that reflect site-specific conditions. Work includes preparing calculations, modelling, letters, memoranda, testimony, and presentations to support permitting actions. Other duties include developing and maintaining specialized knowledge of NPDES procedures including Reasonable Potential Analysis, Whole Effluent Toxicity Methods, and the Copper Biotic Ligand Model. Plan and conduct field studies, surveys, R & D projects, investigations and use ArcGIS and as needed.
Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.
Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
- Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
- Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
- Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
- Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities.
- Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
- Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
- Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
- Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.
Job RequirementsJOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer IIApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher
in Environmental, Industrial and Chemical Engineering OR official notice of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination
in Environmental, Industrial and Chemical Engineering administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).
2. At least one year experience
in Environmental, Industrial and Chemical Engineering OR possession of a Masters degree or higher
in Environmental, Industrial and Chemical Engineering. Additional Posting InformationThe State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for
Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
This posting may be closed on or before 09/11/2025 upon filling the vacant position(s).Conditions of HireAs a condition of hire, applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in the engineering discipline specified in the job requirements section OR possess official notice of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination in the engineering discipline specified in the job requirements section administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) upon hire.
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
BenefitsTo learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
Selection ProcessThe application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
AccommodationsAccommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
