• Job Description

  Req#: 18444

  Environmental Specialist I

  POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Specialist for full-time employment in our Boise, Idaho office in support of our Western Environmental Project Management/Planning Department. The selected candidates would join a team of more than 260 environmental professionals across the U.S. This position would join our Environmental Project Management Team in leading electrical infrastructure and renewable energy generation planning and environmental permitting projects, mainly in the Pacific Northwest.

  Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Assisting preparation of NEPA, SEPA, and/or CEQA environmental documents
  • Assisting in developing environmental compliance strategies and preparing documentation related to compliance with:
    • NEPA, SEPA, and CEQA
    • Energy Facility Siting in OR and WA (EFSC or EFSEC)
    • USFS Special Use Permits and forest management plans
    • BLM right-of-way agreements and resource management plans
    • Clean Water Act, Section 404/Section 401
    • Land Use Planning Requirements in OR, WA, CA
  • Assisting in energy infrastructure routing and siting studies
  • Managing tasks or projects, and assisting in project organization
  • Developing and assisting PMs in managing scopes, schedules, and budgets
  • Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas
  • Interfacing with clients, agencies, other consultants, and the public
  • Assist with business development activities
  • Conducts field evaluations and assessments

  Required Education:

  • This position requires a BS degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architectural, or related degree
  • Graduate level degree in related field can replace required experience

  Required Skills/Experience:

  • Two (2) plus years of professional experience in environmental consulting or compliance
  • Experienced in completing environmental permit applications and supporting analyses
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed
  • Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind

  POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

  At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

  Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • New Dads and Moms Benefit program
  • Fertility Benefits
  • Gender affirming care

  We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

  Salary DOE: Pay may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This figure does not include additional compensation such as health benefits, vacation, 401k, etc.

  POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• About the company

  POWER is a 100% employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm. We are specialists who team together to create integrated, multidiscipline solutions.

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