Environmental Engineer I/II

$55,700 - $68,800/Yr

Windstream - Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time - Entry Level

Baton Rouge, LA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Environmental Engineer I/II at Windstream Communications is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental and historical preservation regulations. This role involves understanding and providing guidance on various federal and state environmental laws, managing third-party environmental firms, and advising internal departments on necessary design changes to meet compliance requirements. The engineer will also handle federal special use permits and assist with environmental compliance projects for federally funded initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Understand the National Environmental Policy ACT (NEPA) and answer questions regarding this ACT.
• Provide guidance related to Federal Rules and Regulations governing Environmental and Historical Issues.
• Manage third-party Environmental Firms to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Handle and process Federal Special Use Permits and answer related questions.
• Assist with Environmental and Historical Compliance Projects for federally funded projects.
• Advise Planning, Engineering, and Construction Departments on design changes needed for compliance.
• Obtain cost estimates and issue POs for environmental work.
• Become knowledgeable on FAA rules and regulations and make necessary filings.
• Handle Antenna Structure Registrations (ASR) for towers.

Requirements

• A college degree in Engineering or similar discipline and/or 2+ years technical experience.
• At least 3 years' experience with NEPA for Wireless and Broadband Projects.
• At least 3 years' experience with Environmental and Historical Rules for Federal and State Projects.
• At least 1 year managing third-party firms.
• At least 2 years working through Federal Special Use Permit Requests.
• Working knowledge of various environmental databases and sources.
• Knowledge in using TCNS, OE/AAA website, FCC ASR web site, and other relevant tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of NTIA's RED Book dealing with Spectrum Rules and Regulations.
• Understanding of FAA rules governing Obstruction and requirements for Marking, Lighting, and Alarming.
• Understanding of the NOTAM Process.
• Understanding of CBRS Spectrum requirements and rules.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance