Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental pollution, including waste treatment and site remediation. May assist in the development of environmental pollution remediation devices under direction of engineer.

• Air Analyst
• Pollution-Control Technician

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• Arrange for the disposal of lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials.
• Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills.
• Conduct pollution surveys, collecting and analyzing samples such as air and ground water.
• Develop work plans, including writing specifications and establishing material, manpower and facilities needs.
• Improve chemical processes to reduce toxic emissions.
• Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances such as asbestos, lead, and wastewater.
• Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies.
• Maintain project logbook records and computer program files.
• Obtain product information, identify vendors and suppliers, and order materials and equipment to maintain inventory.
• Oversee support staff.
• Perform environmental quality work in field and office settings.
• Perform laboratory work such as logging numerical and visual observations, preparing and packaging samples, recording test results, and performing photo documentation.
• Perform statistical analysis and correction of air or water pollution data submitted by industry and other agencies.
• Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs and sketches.
• Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies.
• Receive, set up, test, and decontaminate equipment.
• Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.
• Review work plans to schedule activities.
• Work with customers to assess the environmental impact of proposed construction and to develop pollution prevention programs.

• analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
• analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
• calculate engineering specifications
• collect samples for testing
• communicate technical information
• create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
• develop plans for programs or projects
• estimate cost for engineering projects
• evaluate engineering data
• examine engineering documents for completeness or accuracy
• explain complex mathematical information
• follow manufacturing methods or techniques
• follow safe waste disposal procedures
• inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
• maintain records, reports, or files
• operate precision test equipment
• prepare technical reports or related documentation
• read blueprints
• read schematics
• read technical drawings
• recommend solutions to engineering problems
• record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
• test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
• understand engineering data or reports
• understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• use building or land use regulations
• use chemical testing or analysis procedures
• use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
• use government regulations
• use hazardous disposal techniques
• use hazardous materials information
• use inventory control procedures
• use knowledge of materials testing procedures
• use knowledge of metric system
• use laboratory equipment
• use pollution control techniques
• use precision measuring tools or equipment
• use scientific research methodology
• use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
• use technical regulations for engineering problems