Environmental engineer

Also known as

Natural resources engineer, environment project engineer, environmental remediation engineer, conservation engineer, rivers engineer, civil and environmental engineer, environmental designer

AUT programmes

• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours
• Usually work in offices and at outdoor work sites and may travel
• May work in all weather conditions
• Need to be accurate, safety conscious and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Design environmental control systems
• Investigate environmental impacts of projects
• Measure air, water and soil pollution
• Analyse environmental data
• Give sustainability advice and recommendations
• Inspect sites and facilities
• Prepare environmental reports
• Maintain operational records
• Develop technical processes
• Ensure legal compliance of projects

Salary information

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Outlook

What employers and industry want in graduates

Further study options

• Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering
• Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering
• Master of Engineering