Associate Consultant Engineer

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position. The successful candidate will collaborate with numerous teams and work closely with Professional Engineers, Professional Geologists, and Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs). This position is hybrid-based out of Ramboll’s Blue Bell, Pennsylvania or Princeton, New Jersey office. Applicant must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of hire.

About the role

As an Associate Consultant Engineer, you will be part of an ambitious, diverse, creative, and collaborative investigation and remediation team within our Environment and Health practice. You will help deliver innovative, inspiring, and sustainable solutions that set new standards and make a genuine difference to our clients, the environment, and society. The role offers increasing responsibility while providing support and mentorship from experienced managers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, coordinating, and performing field investigations to conduct environmental sampling and pre-design investigations.
• Compile sampling data, geologic data, survey reports, drawings, plans, aerial photographs, and other data to plan subsequent tasks.
• Perform evaluations of field data/results in the development of technical reports such as work plans, basis of design documents, design reports, cost estimates, and health and safety plans.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis in support of designs using software, CADD and/or GIS tools, as necessary.
• Develop design drawings and technical specifications.
• Visit jobsites, typically in PA, NJ, and NY, to gain field experience, broaden background, and develop practical engineering skills. Some overnight and weekend travel may be required.
• Perform field investigations to assist investigation, design, and construction efforts.
• Participate in actively creating and maintaining a safety culture in the office and at the jobsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• 0-3 years of relevant technical and field investigation experience (or interest to perform), including but not limited to soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling; soil excavation oversight; well installations and development; subcontractor oversight; remedial activities; and other related techniques under state and federally regulated programs.
• Familiarity and experience with AutoCAD (Civil 3D a plus) and/or ArcGIS is a plus.
• OSHA 40-hour training and up-to-date 8-hour refresher, or ability to obtain.
• Engineer-in-Training certification or ability to obtain is preferred; on track for PE or LSRP is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and effectively with teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, creative thinking, and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.
• Good interpersonal skills, customer focus, and strong ability to work effectively in teams.
• Eagerness to continue learning and a commitment to improvement and professional growth.

The physical requirements of this position may include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing/sitting/walking, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 40 lbs. In certain situations, this position may expose the candidate to extremes in weather (hot/cold), high noise levels, hazards such as proximity to moving machine parts and vehicles, electrical current, and exposure to chemicals. Employees may be required to take specific training and wear PPE on some occasions.

Pay

At the time of this posting, this role is likely to be compensated at an annual base salary between $60,000 - $75,000. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range, depending on numerous factors, including experience, geographical location, internal equity, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. This does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits.