243935 Environmental Engineer

Registration or licensing may be required.

Acoustic Engineers and Environmental Consultants are excluded from this occupation. Acoustic Engineers are included in Occupation 243931 Acoustic Engineer. Environmental Consultants are included in Occupation 244431 Environmental Consultant.

• Assesses and identifies the potential environmental impacts of air, water, soil and noise levels of engineering projects
• Develops and designs equipment and sustainable processes to prevent, control or remediate environmental impacts
• Oversees and coordinates environmental management plans for engineering projects, such as hazardous waste treatment facilities and air pollution control systems, to protect the environment
• Works with Environmental Research Scientists, Urban and Regional Planners, and other Professionals to assess causes of long-term environmental problems, and to develop solutions
• Liaises with regulators, contractors and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering projects meet environmental requirements and objectives
• May develop uses for renewable energy and contribute to sustainable energy planning and design
• May be involved in the development and planning of sustainable infrastructure, and implementation of environmental rating tools