Environmental engineer, Mataaro taiao
Also known as
- Natural resources engineer, environment project engineer, environmental remediation engineer, conservation engineer, rivers engineer, civil and environmental engineer, environmental designer
Environmental engineers research, assess and manage the impact of human activity on the environment. They develop ways to dispose of waste and environmental hazards and to decrease pollution.
2:14 mins
Your pay could be
$59K
Lower
$79K to $137K
Most common
$177K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Environmental engineers
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in offices and at outdoor work sites and may travel
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be accurate, safety conscious and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- Advise others regarding green practices or environmental concerns.
- Confer with other personnel to resolve design or operational problems.
- Investigate the environmental impact of projects.
- Inspect facilities or sites to determine if they meet specifications or standards.
- Design environmental control systems.
- Direct environmental development activities.
- Prepare technical or operational reports.
- Maintain operational records or records systems.
- Develop technical methods or processes.
- Explain project details to the general public.
You need a qualification to become an environmental engineer and experience may be useful.
You need
- a Bachelor of Engineering OR a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
You may need
- a Bachelor of Engineering Technology
- a Master of Renewable Energy
- experience in similar work
- to be registered as a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineering New Zealand
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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