Senior Level Environmental Engineer Jobs
Senior level environmental engineer jobs put experienced professionals in charge of project direction, regulatory outcomes, and the technical teams and programs that deliver results. Openings are 19% remote or hybrid, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with employers like Ryder System, GHD, and WSP hiring at this level now.
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Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Location options: Corporate Offices in Walnut Creek, CA, Houston, TX or Chadds Ford, PA
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)
Environmental Project Managers at Calpine are responsible for environmental permitting and program management related to development projects, including carbon capture, battery storage, transitional generation, and others.
Responsibility includes but is not limited to: management of air and water permitting activities for developmental projects, including regulatory analysis, emission evaluation, and air dispersion modeling; activities related to compliance with the federal NEPA process; advising Operations, Engineering, Origination, Legal, and other Calpine stakeholders on environmental requirements; evaluation of developmental activities as they pertain to ongoing power plant operations; advising corporate outreach personnel on Environmental Justice and public participation requirements; review of wetland, species, historic and cultural and other site evaluation reports; managing broadly programmatic requirements pertaining to development projects and other relevant plant actions; state, county and local development and site planning approval; and other activities as necessary to authorize development of projects.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and environmental data collection and evaluation.
- Has ability to interpret environmental regulations and permit conditions, and work with agencies to complete permitting actions that allow for needed operational flexibility.
- Support development and implementation of permitting and agency consultation strategies to help identify, communicate, and mitigate environmental risks utilizing excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possesses capability to resolve complex issues and function as an advanced contributor.
- Identifies opportunities to develop new processes, tools, services and techniques while driving continuous improvement in systems, programs, and training.
- Serves as central resource for various programs; ensures consistency in corporate practices and approach.
- Tracks and communicates regulatory changes; ensures compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plant operational requirements, as they pertain to development projects.
- Partners with other functional roles (Plant Operations, Gov/Reg, Legal, Engineering, Origination) to drive a systematic approach to environmental compliance.
- Interprets and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards.
- Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Organizational management, engineering, natural or physical sciences, or environmental science or related program.
- 7 – 10 years of relevant experience.
- Masters preferred.
- Multimedia experience with environmental regulatory requirements for power plants.
- Demonstrated Project Management experience managing multiple, concurrent time sensitive priorities.
- Experience with development of permit applications, negotiations with regulatory Agencies, and/or implementation of permits requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience interpreting environmental regulations and providing regulatory guidance to projects and sites.
Travel up to 25%. Location may change to another office/plant depending on candidate selected. A Project Management Certification is preferred.
Salary Information
Salary Range: $109,779.21 - $139,968.50
- Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Location options: Corporate Offices in Walnut Creek, CA, Houston, TX or Chadds Ford, PA
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)
Environmental Project Managers at Calpine are responsible for environmental permitting and program management related to development projects, including carbon capture, battery storage, transitional generation, and others.
Responsibility includes but is not limited to: management of air and water permitting activities for developmental projects, including regulatory analysis, emission evaluation, and air dispersion modeling; activities related to compliance with the federal NEPA process; advising Operations, Engineering, Origination, Legal, and other Calpine stakeholders on environmental requirements; evaluation of developmental activities as they pertain to ongoing power plant operations; advising corporate outreach personnel on Environmental Justice and public participation requirements; review of wetland, species, historic and cultural and other site evaluation reports; managing broadly programmatic requirements pertaining to development projects and other relevant plant actions; state, county and local development and site planning approval; and other activities as necessary to authorize development of projects.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and environmental data collection and evaluation.
- Has ability to interpret environmental regulations and permit conditions, and work with agencies to complete permitting actions that allow for needed operational flexibility.
- Support development and implementation of permitting and agency consultation strategies to help identify, communicate, and mitigate environmental risks utilizing excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possesses capability to resolve complex issues and function as an advanced contributor.
- Identifies opportunities to develop new processes, tools, services and techniques while driving continuous improvement in systems, programs, and training.
- Serves as central resource for various programs; ensures consistency in corporate practices and approach.
- Tracks and communicates regulatory changes; ensures compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plant operational requirements, as they pertain to development projects.
- Partners with other functional roles (Plant Operations, Gov/Reg, Legal, Engineering, Origination) to drive a systematic approach to environmental compliance.
- Interprets and apply regulations, codes, bylaws, and all relevant standards.
- Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Organizational management, engineering, natural or physical sciences, or environmental science or related program.
- 7 – 10 years of relevant experience.
- Masters preferred.
- Multimedia experience with environmental regulatory requirements for power plants.
- Demonstrated Project Management experience managing multiple, concurrent time sensitive priorities.
- Experience with development of permit applications, negotiations with regulatory Agencies, and/or implementation of permits requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience interpreting environmental regulations and providing regulatory guidance to projects and sites.
Travel up to 25%. Location may change to another office/plant depending on candidate selected. A Project Management Certification is preferred.
Salary Information
Salary Range: $109,779.21 - $139,968.50
- Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Senior Level Environmental Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level environmental engineer job?
Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned complex projects from scoping through regulatory closure, not just contributed to them. Demonstrated experience leading remediation, permitting, or compliance programs carries more weight than credentials alone. A portfolio of projects where you set technical direction, managed client relationships, or mentored junior staff gives you a clear edge over candidates with similar years in the field.
Which companies hire senior level environmental engineers?
Companies hiring senior level environmental engineers right now include Ryder System, GHD, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of national environmental consulting firms, industrial manufacturers managing compliance programs, and public agencies overseeing large infrastructure or remediation projects.
Are there remote senior level environmental engineer jobs?
Yes, though field and site-intensive roles limit full remote availability at this level. About 19% of senior level environmental engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common for roles centered on program management, reporting, or regulatory strategy rather than direct site work.
What makes an environmental engineer role senior level?
Senior level environmental engineer roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. You are expected to lead projects or workstreams, make independent technical decisions on regulatory and remediation matters, and serve as the primary point of accountability with clients or agencies. Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to business development or program strategy are also standard expectations at this stage.
Which industries hire the most senior level environmental engineers?
Senior level environmental engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most demand because they carry significant ongoing environmental compliance obligations, active remediation portfolios, or large-scale infrastructure programs that require experienced technical leadership.