Environmental Engineer
Chrystal Arreola Pd 3
Duties & Responsibilites
Duties:
- Prepare, review, and update environmental investigation reports
- Analyze data and do quality-control checks
- Monitor progress of environmental improvement programs
- Provide technical support for remediation projects and legal actions
- Advise government agencies about procedures for cleaning up contaminated sites
Hours
Most engineers work full time. Those who manage projects may work more than 40 hours a week.
Locations
Engineers may work for local companies up to the national government level. They may work in a variety of places because of all the things they can do such as offices, seminars, and sites outdoors.
Salary/Wage
The median annual wage in May 2010 was $78,740. Depending on what degree they have and where they work, the average may vary. Their median pay for 2010 was $37.86 per hour.
Education Needed
In order to become an Environmental Engineer, you at least need a Bachelors in Environmental Engineering or a related field such as civil, mechanical, or chemistry. To get employed, employers like if they have experience in that field of study. Receiving a graduate degree allows engineers to become an instructor at colleges and do research. Engineers are then encouraged to continue their studies and receiving a license in Professional Engineering (PE).
Schools that offer this major:
Bradley University
University of Illinois
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Reading-comprehension skills
- System Analysis
- Teamwork
Growth and Opportunities
Environmental Engineering doesn't stop at getting a license. After that, engineers can earn a certification from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers. This certification shows that they are experts on certain areas of this field. From there, the more knowledge and experience they gain, they can move onto bigger projects and constructing some of their own. Engineers may eventually be able to manage a group of engineers for a certain project or manage a company.