Environmental Planner

POWER Engineers, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Planner with 4+ years of experience to contribute to projects in the Pacific Northwest. This is a full-time, salaried position that comes with a great benefits package.

This position would join our Environmental Project Management Team in routing/siting, permitting and compliance during the construction of electrical transmission, distribution, and power generation projects, mainly in the Pacific Northwest.

The Environmental Planner can be based in one of the locations listed with the opportunity to work in a hybrid workstyle setting, a combination of home and office.

        Portland, OR

        Boise, ID

Roles and Responsibilities:

        Leading and reviewing NEPA, SEPA, and/or CEQA environmental documents

        Developing environmental compliance strategies and preparing documentation related to compliance with:

o   NEPA, SEPA, and CEQA

o   Energy Facility Siting in OR and WA (EFSC or EFSEC)

o   USFS Special Use Permits and forest management plans

o   BLM right-of-way agreements and resource management plans

o   Clean Water Act, Section 404/Section 401

o   Land Use Planning Requirements in OR, WA, CA

        Leading energy infrastructure routing and siting studies

        Managing tasks or projects, including overseeing small project teams

        Developing and managing scopes, schedules, budgets

        Interfacing with clients, agencies, other consultants, and the public

        Assist with business development activities

Education:

·        This position requires a BS degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architectural, or related degree

Skills/Experience:

        Four (4) plus years of experience

        Experienced in developing environmental documentation related to NEPA, SEPA, CEQA, OR EFSC, and/or WA EFSEC compliance

        Experienced in completing environmental permit applications and supporting analyses

        Excellent written and verbal communication

        AICP certified, or ability to obtain certification is a plus

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives with the opportunity to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

We provide competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefits package.

Medical/Dental/Vision 

         Paid Holidays 

         Vacation/Paid Sick Leave 

         Voluntary Life Insurance 

        401K 

         Telehealth Benefit covers all providers 

         Maternity and Paternity Leave 

         New Dads and Moms Benefit program 

         Fertility Benefits 

         Gender -Affirming Care 

POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Base Salary Range:  $64k - $96K

The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on several factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(k) match, etc.