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Senior Environmental Engineer - Wetlands & Regulatory Compliance

Environmental EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required.
At least 5 years of experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or regulatory review is required.
Experience with Louisiana state agency permitting, including the Joint Permit Application process for work within Louisiana’s Coastal Zone, is preferred.
Expertise in wetland delineation and permitting under the Clean Water Act; U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit preparation and acquisition under Section 404/10; NEPA compliance and documentation; and EPA regulations and state-level environmental programs is preferred.
Ability to prepare and develop coordination efforts pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, DOT Section 4(f), and Sections 7 and 10 of the Endangered Species Act is preferred.
Project management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams, is preferred.
A Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Engineer, Certified Wetland Delineator, or similar license/certification, or willingness to obtain one, is preferred.
Working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, and other environmental modeling tools is preferred.
Technical writing and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex regulatory information clearly to clients and agencies, are preferred.
Ability to work extended hours or weekends when needed is required.
Ability to travel to locations including Florida, Louisiana, California, and Texas, and internationally if required, is required.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Manage wetland permitting across multiple sites and Corps Districts in accordance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers guidelines and the 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual.
Prepare and submit Section 404/10 permits, including Individual Permits, Nationwide Permits, and Regional General Permits, to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and state agencies.
Ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and other relevant EPA and federal and state environmental regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, and state environmental departments, and coordinate agency meetings, site visits, and jurisdictional determinations.
Manage multiple environmental projects simultaneously, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, client communication, and quality control.
Provide guidance to project leads on regulatory guidelines and facilitate internal coordination on new projects.
Conduct environmental site assessments and impact analyses, and prepare technical reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation.
Develop and manage NEPA documentation, including Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and Categorical Exclusions.
Support business development by assisting with proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations related to wetlands and regulatory services.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field is preferred.
At least 5–8 years of professional experience in wetland or coastal ecology, environmental consulting, or environmental engineering, with a strong focus on permit development and regulatory compliance, is preferred.

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER, WETLANDS & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer or Consultant with specialized expertise in wetlands delineation, regulatory permitting, and environmental compliance to join our team. This role focuses heavily on USACE permitting, Clean Water Act compliance, NEPA documentation, and EPA regulations, with a strong emphasis on project management. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing complex environmental projects from planning through execution and regulatory approval.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage wetland permitting across multiple sites and Corps Districts in accordance with USACE guidelines and the 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual
Prepare and submit Section 404/10 permits, including Individual Permits, Nationwide Permits, and Regional General Permits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and state agencies
Ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and other relevant EPA and federal/state environmental regulations
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies (USACE, EPA, state environmental departments) and coordinate agency meetings, site visits, and jurisdictional determinations
Manage multiple environmental projects simultaneously, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, client communication, and quality control.
Provide guidance to project leads on regulatory guidelines and facilitate internal coordination on new projects  
Conduct environmental site assessments, impact analyses, and prepare technical reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation
Develop and manage National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, including Environmental Assessments (EAs), Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), and Categorical Exclusions (CatEx)
Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations related to wetlands and regulatory services

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or regulatory review

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
Minimum 5–8 years of professional experience in wetland or coastal ecology, environmental consulting, environmental engineering with a strong focus on permit development and regulatory compliance
Experience with Louisiana state agency permitting including the Joint Permit Application process for work within Louisiana’s Coastal Zone
Demonstrated expertise in:
- Wetlands delineation and permitting under the Clean Water Act
- USACE permit preparation and acquisition (Section 404/10)
- NEPA compliance and documentation
- EPA regulations and state-level environmental programs
Ability to prepare and develop coordination efforts pursuant to Section 106 of the NHPA, DOT Section 4(f), Section 7 and Section 10 of the Endangered Species Act
Proven project management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Wetland Delineator, or similar license/certification or willingness to obtain
Strong working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, and other environmental modeling tools
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex regulatory information clearly to clients and agencies

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is based in Starbase, TX (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area) until early 2027, at which time relocation to Louisiana will be required - remote work not considered
Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours or weekends when needed
Ability to travel to various locations included but not limited to: Florida, Louisiana, California, Texas
Ability to travel internationally if required

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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