At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Are you passionate about protecting our environment while driving innovation in the energy sector? Join PGE as an Environmental Science Specialist and make a lasting impact on our region's sustainable future!
We are looking for a water quality specialist to join our Hydro Environmental team. Our team is comprised of water quality specialists, fish and wildlife biologists and technicians, recreation specialists, and permitting and licensing specialists. This team implements the environmental requirements of the FERC licenses at hydroelectric facilities on the Clackamas, Willamette, and Deschutes rivers.
This is an onsite position based at our Clackamas Hydro location in Estacada, OR. The position will lead implementation of temperature and mercury TMDLs,100J NPDES permits, and 401 water quality certification programs for the Clackamas and Willamette Hydro Projects. As part of the 401 water quality certification the position will be responsible for total dissolved gas, dissolved oxygen, and cyanoHabs public health and safety monitoring plans. The position will also require travel to assist with water quality monitoring at the Pelton Round Butte Project in Madras, OR 1-2 times per month.
As a key player in our Environmental Science and Compliance team, you'll:
Lead cutting-edge research and environmental assessments for exciting PGE projects
Develop creative solutions to manage environmental risks and ensure regulatory compliance
Collaborate with diverse teams of experts to solve complex environmental challenges
Contribute your expertise in wildlife biology, fisheries, archaeology, ecology, or air/water quality
Shape PGE's environmental training programs to meet and exceed industry standards
The Ideal Candidate:
Has 5+ years of experience in environmental science with a bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
Possesses in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices
Thrives in a dynamic environment, taking on new perspectives to tackle unique problems
Demonstrates strong leadership skills, guiding less experienced colleagues
Excels at project coordination, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution
Experience with water quality compliance. Ideal candidate would have worked in water compliance for another hydro operator
Familiar with temperature and mercury TMDLs, NDPES permits (100-J and 300-J), and 401 certificate implementation and development.
Physical Capabilities
Driving/travel/commute: Occasional overnight travel (one to two times a month or less)
Working long days in the field.
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lbs.
Carrying: Up to 50 lbs.
Unstable surfaces requiring balance
Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)
Confined spaces
Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)
Stairs (over 10 steps)
Ladders (over 10 rungs)
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of sustainable energy
Career growth in a supportive environment that values continuous learning
Chance to contribute to industry-leading research and present at professional conferences
Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're ready to apply your environmental expertise to create a greener future with one of the Northwest's leading energy companies, we want to hear from you!
The overnight language is a little unclear. We need to capture that the expectation is full time in-office with the need to travel overnight to Pelton/Round Butte on to two times a month.
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Compensation Range:
$89,175.00 - $148,625.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.
Join us today and power your potential!
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PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at [email protected].
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
May 11, 2025
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For more than 125 years, we’ve been powering our community and helping connect Oregonians to what matters most to them. Today, we’re focused on delivering energy that is safe, clean, reliable, affordable and secure.
Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon.
Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.
