Environmental Engineer Jobs in Washington

An Environmental Engineer uses the principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. They are involved in efforts to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control. They also address global issues, such as unsafe drinking water, climate change, and environmental sustainability. They design, plan, and implement measures to prevent, control, or remedy environmental health hazards.

Potential skills and certifications for an Environmental Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field, and licensure as a Professional Engineer. Strong skills in mathematics, chemistry, biology, and physics are also important. Prior to becoming an Environmental Engineer, an individual might have roles such as an Engineering Intern, Environmental Scientist, or Civil Engineer. These roles provide opportunities to gain experience in implementing engineering principles, conducting research, and designing and executing solutions to environmental problems.

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Senior Environmental Engineer or Geologist

  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 hours ago

GeoEngineers, Inc. is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer or Geologist for our Puget Sound area (Seattle, Redmond or Tacoma) office, based on candidate preference....

Water/Wastewater Engineer

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 days ago

Water/Wastewater Engineer - (182952) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered...

Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago

Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer - (182954) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is...

Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer - Federal Program

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago

Title: Senior Civil Environmental Engineer - Federal ProgramLocation: Tacoma, WAJob Type: Regular Full-timeWhat's the Opportunity?...

Environment Engineer (EE2/EE3) DOH8552

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago

Environmental Engineer 3 (EE3) OR Environmental Engineer 2 (EE2) Fulltime - Permanent - Homebased/Fieldwork Join Our Team at the Department of Health - Protecting Washington's Drinking Water The Department...

Environmental Engineer(s)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Research, design, plan and perform engineering duties in the area of environmental engineering....

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Environmental Engineer

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 7 days ago

An employer in Kennewick, Washington is looking for an environmental engineer to join their team. This role will be an onsite role with a combination of field and desk work....

Environmental Health & Safety Engineer (Starlink)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 days ago

chemical delivery systems Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations Experience with emergency response communication...

Staff Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Assessments and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments; Supporting environmentalpliance services, such aspliance audits and reviews (multi-media); Supporting site characterization and remediation...

Senior Environmental Engineer/Geologist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago

Our best estimate of the salary range for the Senior Environmental Engineer, located in Tacoma WA is $102,400 - $144,400 annually....

Compliance Specialist V (Environmental, Health, and Safety Engineer)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 15 days ago

OrangePeople, we're more than a consulting firm-we're a people-first, high-touch organization committed to delivering transformative technology solutions with integrity and passion. Currently, we...

Senior Environmental Engineer - Vancouver

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 16 days ago

Senior Environmental Engineer Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. (MFA) is searching for an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join our team....

Senior Environmental Engineer - Seattle

  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 days ago

Senior Environmental Engineer Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. (MFA) is searching for an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join our team....

Senior Wastewater Engineer

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 20 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 20 days ago

Your Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or related field....

Controls Engineer - Wastewater

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 days ago

At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the worlds most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Environmental Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Environmental Management for Sustainability
Environmental stewardship and sustainability are becoming guiding principles for all forward-thinking organizations. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) has been at...
Environmental Protection and Sustainability
Uncover better solutions to help manage a wide range of environmental problems and challenges facing our world today. Do you want to understand more about the environmental problems we currently...
Introduction to Environmental Science
A scientific study of the natural world and how it is influenced by people. Major topics include: food, energy, human population, biodiversity and global change. Introduction to Environmental...

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Salary for Environmental Engineer Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEnvironmental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Engineers in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.3%
Master's Degree
32.2%
Doctorate Degree
6.2%
Associate's Degree
2.5%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Engineers in Washington
Less than 1 year
31.8%
4-6 years
22.7%
2-4 years
18.2%
1-2 years
13.6%
None
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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