Description
We are seeking an Environmental Engineer/Specialist (Environmental Compliance – Water) to join our team at Alabama Power Company's Environmental Affairs Water Compliance department in Birmingham, AL.
The successful candidate will assist with and administer programs ensuring compliance with water-related environmental laws, regulations, and permit requirements. Responsibilities include providing training and presentations on environmental compliance, interpreting regulations, and guiding internal and external customers.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and coordinate compliance programs and plans across multiple departments
- Conduct and interpret studies and field investigations to determine compliance status
- Prepare water permit applications and reports as needed
- Interface with regulatory agencies
- Support Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) programs, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydro license compliance, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or Chemical) or a science-related field (Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alabama is a plus
- Experience with environmental regulatory agencies and permits
- Familiarity with SPCC, NEPA, CWA, NHPA, and ESA regulations
- Knowledge of GIS for project-specific maps and figures
- Demonstrated experience in project organization, planning, and prioritization
- Experience developing compliance tools, training materials, and technical training
We offer:
- Competitive pay
- Excellent benefits package including medical and dental coverage, defined pension/cash balance benefit plan, performance-sharing plan, 401(k) plan with company match, bonus opportunities, and tuition reimbursement