Stormwater Engineers

These Stormwater Engineers are responsible for the implementation of the municipal (MS4), construction, and industrial stormwater programs in accordance with Section 1251-1387 of the Clean Water Act, ch. 283, Wis. Stats., and chs. NR 151 and 216, Wisconsin Administrative Code. These Stormwater Engineer positions are responsible for technical engineering review and engineering support for the construction, municipal, and industrial stormwater permit program, in field compliance oversight of storm water permitted facilities, as well as engineering review and approval of stormwater projects and assistance with engineering review of grant applications related to the urban planning and construction nonpoint grant program and the state targeted runoff management grant.

These positions provide critical support for the Department’s alternative water quality compliance approaches and TMDL implementation. For more information on the Northwest position, please review the position description. For more information on the Southeast position, please review the position description .

Starting pay for the Water Resources Engineer Advanced level is $44.13 to $52.09 per hour (or $91,790.40 to $108,347.20 annually), in pay schedule/range 14-13; in addition to excellent benefits. In addition, there is $1.00 per hour (or $2,080 annually) added to your base salary for holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license, whether it is held presently or acquired in the future.

A PE is not a requirement for this position. These positions are not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in the United States: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin.

Travel: These positions will require travel throughout the assigned geographic area for meetings and field inspections and will require some occasional statewide travel and overnight stays for meetings, trainings, or to provide program implementation support, and may require minimal out-of-state travel.

To be minimally qualified, applicants must meet (and provide appropriate documentation) of at least one of the below requirements: Has graduated from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, civil or environmental engineering; OR Registration as a Professional Engineer as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services per s.

443.04, Wis. Stats.; OR A specific record, issued by the professional engineering section of the Department of Safety and Professional Services, showing 4 years or more of experience in engineering work of a character satisfactory to the professional engineering section and satisfactory completion of the fundamentals of engineering exam; OR Have equivalent professional training and practical experience so as to be deemed a professional engineer as defined in Department of Safety and Professional Services per s.

443.01, Wis. Stats. and also deemed to be qualified to engage in professional engineering practice as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services per s. 443.03, or 443.04, or 443.05, Wis. Stats. Note: You will be asked to submit documentation regarding meeting these minimum requirements at a later stage in the recruitment process.

AND Must have at least 2.5 years of engineering work experience, detailed within the application materials. Best-qualified applicants will also have any of the following preferred qualifications: Experience managing projects related to environmental, regulatory, storm water, or other water-related fields Experience preparing or reviewing storm water permit applications.

Experience investigating environmental complaints related to spills and discharges of pollutants.

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Jobs site, please view the Frequently Asked Questions . For questions regarding the application process, please contact andrewj.wenninger@wisconsin.gov in Human Resources at andrewj.wenninger@wisconsin.gov. The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

All applications must be received by 11:59pm central on Monday, October 19 th , 2026.