Environmental Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin
Environmental engineer jobs in Wisconsin draw consistent demand across municipal water systems, industrial compliance, and brownfield remediation, with openings at every level from entry-level field positions to senior project management. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the state's primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers like Jacobs, Stantec, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Site assessment, stormwater management, and remediation engineering are the specialties Wisconsin listings call for most often. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Environmental Engineer - Waste, Recycling & Disposal in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location.
This position is part of a job family (Engineer/ Senior Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor.
About Us
WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
Job Summary
The Environmental Engineer is responsible for developing creative and cost effective solutions for a wide range of environmental issues. Lead projects to implement the company's environmental strategy, advocacy, policy development, compliance programs and underlying regulatory requirements (enterprise wide or client specific), either independently or as a member of a team.
The Engineer must be able to interface with all levels of management and represented personnel and be able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, consultants and regulators. This position requires a sound overall knowledge of local, state and federal environmental regulations, and the utility industry.
Work assignments will include periodic coverage, including emergency response or planned off-hours work. Some travel is required: <20%
Job Responsibilities
- Manage activities and company’s position to support local, state and federal legislative and regulatory initiatives
- Provide environmental support on medium to large projects including general utility construction projects, combustion product landfill operations, demolition and decommissioning. Develop scope, overall technical design and project estimates, issue resolution and resource management
- Identify, implement, and maintain key performance and process metrics to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the environmental processes, procedures, and contractors
- Lead the design, decision making and recommendation in environmental program design discussions
- Assist Operations and other groups on proper disposal of asbestos, PCB-impacted materials, hazardous waste and universal waste
- Spill response as part of the Emergency Incident Response Team
- Conduct due diligence to determine potential impacts and proper soil management for Corporate projects
- Conduct and oversee inspections of Corporate Facilities to evaluate and provide feedback on waste handling procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering
- 2-5 years relevant engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications
- PE or PG License
- Asbestos Inspector License
- Strong communication and analytical skills, organizational skills, leadership qualities and overall knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting the utility industry
- Excellent computer skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, are essential
End Date: 08/14/2026
Pay Range Minimum: $78,702.26
Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
WEC Energy Group benefits
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
Learn more at Careers
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
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WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Environmental Engineer - Waste, Recycling & Disposal in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location.
This position is part of a job family (Engineer/ Senior Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor.
About Us
WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
Job Summary
The Environmental Engineer is responsible for developing creative and cost effective solutions for a wide range of environmental issues. Lead projects to implement the company's environmental strategy, advocacy, policy development, compliance programs and underlying regulatory requirements (enterprise wide or client specific), either independently or as a member of a team.
The Engineer must be able to interface with all levels of management and represented personnel and be able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, consultants and regulators. This position requires a sound overall knowledge of local, state and federal environmental regulations, and the utility industry.
Work assignments will include periodic coverage, including emergency response or planned off-hours work. Some travel is required: <20%
Job Responsibilities
- Manage activities and company’s position to support local, state and federal legislative and regulatory initiatives
- Provide environmental support on medium to large projects including general utility construction projects, combustion product landfill operations, demolition and decommissioning. Develop scope, overall technical design and project estimates, issue resolution and resource management
- Identify, implement, and maintain key performance and process metrics to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the environmental processes, procedures, and contractors
- Lead the design, decision making and recommendation in environmental program design discussions
- Assist Operations and other groups on proper disposal of asbestos, PCB-impacted materials, hazardous waste and universal waste
- Spill response as part of the Emergency Incident Response Team
- Conduct due diligence to determine potential impacts and proper soil management for Corporate projects
- Conduct and oversee inspections of Corporate Facilities to evaluate and provide feedback on waste handling procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering
- 2-5 years relevant engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications
- PE or PG License
- Asbestos Inspector License
- Strong communication and analytical skills, organizational skills, leadership qualities and overall knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting the utility industry
- Excellent computer skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, are essential
End Date: 08/14/2026
Pay Range Minimum: $78,702.26
Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
WEC Energy Group benefits
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
Learn more at Careers
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
EEO/AA policies and statements
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental engineer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin Professional Engineer license or eligibility to obtain one required
- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related field
- Experience with Wisconsin DNR regulatory programs and environmental compliance reporting
- Proficiency in site investigation, remediation planning, and Phase I and Phase II ESA work
- Familiarity with stormwater management, WPDES permit requirements, and erosion control plans
- Strong written communication skills for technical reports, agency correspondence, and client deliverables
Environmental Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental engineer in Wisconsin?
You become a licensed environmental engineer in Wisconsin by earning a Bachelor of Science in environmental or civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training, accumulating qualifying experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services administers Professional Engineer licensure, which most employers require for independent practice and project signing authority.
How much do environmental engineers make in Wisconsin?
Environmental engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $89,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,940 for the lowest 10% to over $154,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire environmental engineers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin environmental engineer roles are posted by WSP, REI Engineering, and Waupaca Foundry and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's combination of heavy manufacturing, municipal utilities, and an active DNR regulatory environment keeps a wide range of employers, from large engineering consultancies to state and county agencies, regularly posting environmental engineer openings.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most environmental engineer jobs?
Milwaukee, Wausau, and Madison have the most environmental engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of industrial manufacturers, consulting firms, and the Port of Milwaukee's environmental compliance needs, while Madison's demand is driven by state agency headquarters and university-affiliated research, and Green Bay's paper and packaging industries generate ongoing remediation and compliance work.
Are there remote environmental engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're limited, because environmental engineering is fundamentally a field-based discipline requiring site visits, sample collection, and in-person regulatory meetings. About 20% of environmental engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most roles blend office work with fieldwork. Report writing, data analysis, and permit preparation are the tasks most amenable to remote scheduling.
How can I get hired as a environmental engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for environmental technician or environmental scientist roles at Wisconsin consulting firms and municipal agencies, where you build site assessment and field sampling skills alongside licensed engineers. Firms like Arcadis and Terracon, as well as the Wisconsin DNR, periodically hire graduates into junior environmental staff positions. Completing your Engineer in Training designation immediately after graduation and gaining any field sampling or GIS coursework gives a candidate a clear edge over other new applicants.
Where can I find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Search the roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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