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    Career Overview

    Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.

    Career Outlook

    Projections 2022-2030

    New job opportunities are likely in the future. With a
    8% Percent change.


    2020 Employment

    17,300

    2030 Employment

    18,600

    What training is needed?

    People starting in this career usually have:

    • Associate's degree
    • No work experience
    • No on-the-job training

    Programs that can prepare you for this career are:
    • Environmental Toxicology
    • Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician
    • Hazardous Materials Information Systems Technology/Technician
    • Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
    • Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician

    What does a typical day look like?

    • Dispose of hazardous materials.
    • Maintain operational records or records systems.
    • Document design or operational test results.
    • Prepare technical or operational reports.
    • Analyze test or validation data.
    • Collect samples of raw materials or finished products.

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    This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2055370
    Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.