ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS (ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCIES (EPA) COMPLIANCE JOBS) California Occupational Guide Number 2000-A (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1994
THE JOB 
Environmental Engineers plan and conduct studies to analyze and evaluate hazardous waste problems and methods of pollution control. They design testing methods to identify chemicals, measure contamination and emission levels, and clean up contaminated soil and water. They also ensure EPA compliance.
COMPENSATION
Entry-Level $25,000 - $31,000 Experienced $39,000 - $66,000
REQUIREMENTS
Skills - Understand and apply EPA laws and regulations - Solve many kinds of problems using logical reasoning - Use symbols such as numbers to express complex technical and scientific information - Make decisions based on information that can be verified or measured - Use high level math to state and solve problems - Work on different projects, adjusting quickly to changing conditions - Communicate with various kinds of people - Use applied High Tech methods Training/Requirements - B.A. Degree in Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical ,or Process Engineering, Environmental Science or related field - Advanced degree preferred
OCCUPATIONAL CODES
DOT (Dictionary of Occupational Titles, 4th Ed., Rev. 1): 019.081-018 OES (Occupational Employment Survey) System: 221990
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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