Environmental Engineer
Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
At a Glance
Environmental Engineer. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.8–5.6 years. Top skills: Technical Writing, Problem Solving, Environmental Engineering.
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Bachelor's degree
4.8–5.6 years
10
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Environmental Engineers
Median Wage
$104,170/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Technical Writing
Environmental Engineering
Geology
Sanitary Engineering
Basic Research
Operations Research
Environmental Laws
Regulatory Oversight
Chemical Engineering
Emission Calculations
Database Management
Computer Programming
Geotechnical Engineering
Corporate Development
Mechanical Engineering
Vehicle Emissions Controls
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Engineering Design Process
Hydrogeology
Common Skills (11)
Problem Solving
Professionalism
Organizational Skills
Memos
Self-Starter
Management
Investigation
Resourcefulness
Positivity
Coordinating
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Related Specializations
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