Environmental Engineer Salary in Calgary, Alberta

Environmental Engineer job description

Job Title: Environmental Engineer

Overview/Summary of the role:

As an Environmental Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing solutions to environmental problems. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and collaborate with other professionals, such as geologists and chemists, to address environmental issues. You will help protect public health and the environment by preventing, controlling, and remediating pollution and other hazards.

Responsibilities and Duties:

- Conduct site assessments to identify environmental problems and hazards

- Develop solutions to address environmental issues, such as air and water pollution, waste management, and land use

- Design and oversee the construction of environmental systems and facilities, such as wastewater treatment plants and landfills

- Monitor and analyze environmental data to evaluate the effectiveness of environmental programs and ensure compliance with regulations

Environmental Engineer interview questions

Interviewer: Thank you for joining us today. Please tell us a little bit about yourself, your background and education.

Candidate: Thank you for having me. I have a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering and started my career working in wastewater management. Later, I pursued a Master's degree in sustainability and I'm currently working on my Ph.D. in environmental studies.

Interviewer: What led you to pursue a career in environmental engineering?

Candidate: I've always been passionate about clean energy and sustainability. As I learned more about engineering, I realized that I could use my skills to help protect the environment and reduce our impact on the planet.

Interviewer: What would you say are your top three skills that make you a good fit for this position?

Candidate: I would say my problem-solving skills, ability to work well in teams and my strong communication skills.