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Environmental Engineers

Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.

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Parachute skills

  1. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.69)
  2. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.69)
  3. Use my brain - Data (4.63)
  4. Study, observe - Data (4.54)
  5. Solve problems - Data (4.50)
  6. Use my intuition - Data (4.50)
  7. Program - Data (4.42)
  8. Pay attention to details - Data (4.41)
  9. Consult - People (4.36)
  10. Research - Data (4.31)
  11. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.31)
  12. Develop, improve - Data (4.27)
  13. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.27)
  14. Listen - People (4.25)
  15. Communicate well, in person - People (4.12)
  16. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.12)
  17. Plan - Data (4.04)
  18. Supervise, manage - People (4.00)
  19. Coordinate - People (4.00)
  20. Advise - People (4.00)
  21. Follow through, get things done - People (3.89)
  22. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.88)
  23. Imagine - Data (3.88)
  24. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.81)
  25. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  26. Speak - People (3.75)
  27. Construct - Things (3.58)
  28. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.54)
  29. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  30. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  3. Active Listening (3.88)
  4. Active Learning (3.88)
  5. Complex Problem Solving (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.75)
  7. Speaking (3.75)
  8. Monitoring (3.75)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  10. Time Management (3.62)
  11. Mathematics (3.50)
  12. Coordination (3.50)
  1. Written Comprehension (4.50)
  2. Oral Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (4.25)
  4. Oral Expression (4.12)
  5. Written Expression (4.12)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (4.12)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  8. Near Vision (3.75)
  9. Speech Recognition (3.62)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  11. Fluency of Ideas (3.50)
  12. Originality (3.50)
  13. Information Ordering (3.50)
  14. Mathematical Reasoning (3.50)
  15. Number Facility (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.81)
  2. Analytical Thinking (4.63)
  3. Dependability (4.52)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.41)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.26)
  6. Cooperation (4.15)
  7. Initiative (4.07)
  8. Achievement/Effort (4.04)
  9. Self Control (4.04)
  10. Persistence (3.89)
  11. Innovation (3.81)
  12. Leadership (3.78)
  13. Stress Tolerance (3.74)
  14. Independence (3.52)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Analyzing Data or Information (4.69)
  2. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.62)
  3. Getting Information (4.54)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.50)
  5. Interacting With Computers (4.42)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.36)
  7. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.32)
  8. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.31)
  9. Processing Information (4.27)
  10. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.24)
  11. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.20)
  12. Documenting/Recording Information (4.15)
  13. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.08)
  14. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (4.04)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.04)
  16. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (4.00)
  17. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (4.00)
  18. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.00)
  19. Thinking Creatively (3.88)
  20. Developing and Building Teams (3.85)
  21. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.81)
  22. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.72)
  23. Coaching and Developing Others (3.69)
  24. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.68)
  25. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.65)
  26. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.62)
  27. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (3.58)
  28. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.54)
  29. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (3.54)
  1. Analyze Ecosystem Data (4.69)
  2. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (4.69)
  3. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (4.69)
  4. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.69)
  5. Analyze Project Proposal To Determine Feasibility, Cost, Or Time (4.69)
  6. Evaluate Costs Of Engineering Projects (4.69)
  7. Test Air Quality, Noise, Temperature, Or Radiation (4.69)
  8. Evaluate Engineering Data (4.69)
  9. Analyze Test Data (4.69)
  10. Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data (4.69)
  11. Analyze Engineering Test Data (4.69)
  12. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.62)
  13. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (4.62)
  14. Read Maps (4.54)
  15. Read Technical Drawings (4.54)
  16. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.54)
  17. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.50)
  18. Use Intuitive Judgment For Engineering Analyses (4.50)
  19. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.42)
  20. Use Relational Database Software (4.42)
  21. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.42)
  22. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.42)
  23. Use Computer Aided Drafting Or Design Software For Design, Drafting, Modeling, Or Other Engineering Tasks (4.42)
  24. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.42)
  25. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.36)
  26. Confer With Scientists (4.32)
  27. Communicate Technical Information (4.32)
  28. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.31)
  29. Use Land Surveying Techniques (4.31)
  30. Use Project Management Techniques (4.31)
  31. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.31)
  32. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.31)
  33. Use Knowledge Of Regulations In Surveying Or Construction Activities (4.31)
  34. Use Research Methodology Procedures Within Manufacturing Or Commerce (4.31)
  35. Use Building Or Land Use Regulations (4.31)
  36. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.31)
  37. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (4.31)
  38. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.31)
  39. Use Field Notes In Technical Drawings (4.31)
  40. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (4.31)
  41. Use Government Regulations (4.31)
  42. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.31)
  43. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.31)
  44. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.31)
  45. Use Hazardous Disposal Techniques (4.31)
  46. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.27)
  47. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.27)
  48. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.24)
  49. Interpret Aerial Photographs (4.24)
  50. Work As A Team Member (4.20)
  51. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.08)
  52. Understand Government Construction Contracting Regulations (4.08)
  53. Understand Construction Specifications (4.08)
  54. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (4.04)
  55. Estimate Cost For Engineering Projects (4.04)
  56. Estimate Time Needed For Project (4.04)
  57. Plan Construction Of Structures Or Facilities (4.04)
  58. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (4.04)
  59. Advise Governmental Or Industrial Personnel (4.00)
  60. Advise Clients Or Customers (4.00)
  61. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (4.00)
  62. Direct And Coordinate Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (4.00)
  63. Coordinate Engineering Project Activities (4.00)
  64. Advise Clients Regarding Engineering Problems (4.00)
  65. Design Control Systems (3.88)
  66. Design Engineered Systems (3.88)
  67. Design Waste Recovery Methods (3.88)
  68. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (3.88)
  69. Lead Teams In Engineering Projects (3.85)
  70. Delegate Authority For Engineering Activities (3.81)
  71. Supervise Pollution Control Workers (3.81)
  72. Direct Personnel In Support Of Engineering Activities (3.81)
  73. Develop Policies, Procedures, Methods, Or Standards (3.68)
  74. Write Business Project Or Bid Proposals (3.68)
  75. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.68)
  76. Judge Soil Conditions (3.65)
  77. Draw Prototypes, Plans, Or Maps To Scale (3.58)
  78. Calculate Engineering Specifications (3.58)