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Occupational Report for Environmental Engineers (17-2081) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental health hazards utilizing various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.

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Environmental Engineers
Employment Outlook for Environmental Engineers
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average.

Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Environmental Engineers There are 4 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 4 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Utilities Manager 1/15/10 Black Butte Ranch $83,000.00/hr to $93,000.00/hr DOE, Neg.
Utilities - Senior Project Manager - Water & Natural Resources 1/14/10 Lake Oswego DOE
(O) Water Resources Engineer / Scientist - Senior Level 12/28/09 Portland DOE
Environmental Health And Safety Engineer 11/30/09 Hillsboro DOE
State of Oregon License Information for Environmental Engineers No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Environmental Engineers
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $26.69 $30.34 $36.01 $42.01 $49.63 $36.59 $76,111
Multnomah / Washington 26.64 30.20 36.10 43.02 50.38 36.91 76,790
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 33.07 34.67 37.34 40.00 45.36 37.46 77,920
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 26.02 28.70 34.35 43.09 48.33 35.42 73,669
Lane 29.62 33.83 36.62 39.42 41.23 35.70 74,251
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 24.16 30.17 35.18 38.83 41.11 33.56 69,811
Clackamas 27.92 30.69 36.03 42.74 48.83 36.88 76,709
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Environmental Engineers
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 464 538 74 15.9% 7 9 16
Multnomah / Washington 329 377 48 14.6% 5 6 11
Clackamas 31 39 8 25.8% 1 1 1
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 20 21 1 5.0% 0 0 0
Lane 18 20 2 11.1% 0 0 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 15 18 3 20.0% 0 0 1
Morrow / Umatilla 14 14 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 11 12 1 9.1% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 9 11 2 22.2% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 7 7 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 4 3 -1 -25.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Baker / Union / Wallowa 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Environmental Engineers
Industry
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Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 464
Total, All Industries Private 202
Manufacturing Private 37
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing Private 12
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 152
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services Private 93
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services Private 54
Total, All Industries Federal 15
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 15
Total, All Industries State 59
Public Administration State 47
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs State 47
Total, All Industries Local 185
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing Local 26
Public Administration Local 151
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support Local 146
Educational Requirements for Environmental Engineers Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Environmental Engineers
  • Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
  • Apply Basic Engineering Principles
  • Apply Chemistry Theory
  • Apply Design Engineering Theory
  • Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
  • Apply Electro-Mechanical Systems Principles
  • Apply Field Notes To Detailed Technical Drawings
  • Apply Linear Algebra
  • Apply Mathematical Principles To Identify, Analyze And Solve Problems
  • Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
  • Apply Principles And Theories Of Physics
  • Apply Principles Of Soil Protection, Improvement And Conservation
  • Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
  • Apply Safe Waste Disposal Procedures
  • Apply Soil Science Principles
  • Apply Statistical Methods
  • Apply Statistical Process Control (Spc)
  • Apply Technical Engineering Regulations
  • Collect Air Or Water Samples
  • Conduct Chemical Analyses
  • Configure Distributive Control System In Industrial Or Manufacturing Plant
  • Coordinate Teams
  • Design And Conduct Tests Of Engineered Systems
  • Design And Configure Pollution Control Systems
  • Design And Develop Manufacturing Processes And Systems
  • Design Control Systems
  • Design Information And Decision Support Systems
  • Design Stormwater And Sewer Systems
  • Design Tables Depicting Data
  • Develop And Revise Databases
  • Develop Maintenance Schedules
  • Develop Waste Recovery Methods
  • Evaluate Data From Engineering Projects
  • Evaluate Manufacturing And Processing Systems
  • Explain Complex Mathematical Information
  • Follow Hazardous Materials Specifications
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Improve Test Devices And Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting
  • Interpret Computerized Data And Reports
  • Judge Soil Conditions
  • Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
  • Operate Precision Test Equipment
  • Perform Safety Inspections In Manufacturing Or Repair Setting
  • Plan And Design Municipal Facilities For Water And Sewage Treatment
  • Plan And Test Engineering Methods
  • Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data
  • Provide Consulting Services
  • Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Research And Apply Land Use Regulations
  • Solve Engineering Problems
  • Supervise Engineering Projects
  • Test Equipment As Part Of Engineering Projects And Processes
  • Understand Manufacturing Methods And Techniques
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Analog And Digital Electronics In Measuring And Controlling Devices
  • Use Calculus
  • Use Computers For Design, Drafting, Modeling And Other Engineering Tasks
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Laboratory Equipment For Water Quality Assessment
  • Use Land And Site Surveying Instruments And Techniques
  • Use Metric System
  • Use Project Management Techniques
  • Use Quantitative Research Methods
  • Work As A Team Member
  • Write Performance Requirements For Product Development And Engineering Projects
  • Write Safety Reports
Schools and Training Providers for Environmental Engineers The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Environmental Engineers These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Rogue Community College
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Environmental Engineers matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Engineers, All Other 38%
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer 37%
Agricultural Engineers 37%
Environmental Engineering Technicians 37%
Aerospace Engineers 36%
Electrical Engineers 36%
Computer Hardware Engineers 34%
Materials Engineers 34%
Industrial Engineers 33%
Mechanical Engineers 33%