Working Title: Engineer 1 Graduate - Solid Waste Permit Engineer
Job Class: Engineer 1 Graduate
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 94587
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/04/2026
Closing Date : 06/17/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MGEC
Division/Unit : RMAD SolidWa Permitting Unit 2
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time
Salary Range: $28.10 - $41.43 / hourly; $58,672 - $86,505 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position exists to perform review of solid waste facility permit application and develop permit conditions for those facilities. A Graduate Engineer I performs various technical and policy related duties for the Solid Waste Program. Duties include project management, review of permit applications and technical specifications, preparation of permits, administrative functions surrounding permit issuance that ensures solid waste facilities are constructed and operated in compliance with Solid Waste Rules and protective of human health and the environment. The position also works with other staff on policy and planning issues surrounding solid waste. This position exists to provide technical support through outreach, permitting, and site visit activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college.
Good communication and writing skills, effective human relations skills to work with clientele and staff; problem solving skills for resolving technical matters; ability to bring projects to conclusion.
Capable of gaining competency in environmental regulatory processes and procedures.
Basic computer skills, proficient in WORD and familiar with EXCEL and PowerPoint.
Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas including F-1 STEM OTP extensions.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the require employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering.
Knowledge of engineering principals associated with solid waste facilities (landfills, compost sites, transfer facilities) including design, collection and treatment of leachate, stormwater management, and.
Knowledge of state and federal statutes and rules related to landfill design and operation.
Computer skills sufficient to use and learn databases and the HELP Computer Model.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with representatives of government agencies and the public.
Physical Requirements
The position will inspect landfill and other solid waste facility construction, to evaluate conformance with design and specifications and accepted engineering and construction practices. Ability to independently work in the field, conduct inspections/investigations in adverse weather conditions and in a variety of settings at solid waste facilities. Ability to carry more than 20 pounds (monitoring equipment, file boxes). Must have the ability to conduct inspections that may involve climbing and/or stepping over obstacles.
Additional Requirements
A driver's license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver's License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver's license AND a satisfactory DLR check.
Requires a Class D driver´s License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification where applicable
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
