Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist

About the role

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is seeking an Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist with 1-2 years of consulting experience to support our environmental due diligence, site investigation and remediation, and regulatory compliance and permitting practice in our Oak Brook, Illinois office. You will work on a fast-paced team of Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals, performing extensive fieldwork and gaining experience with drilling teams, soil/groundwater/soil vapor sampling, monitoring well installations, remediation/construction field documentation, and environmental regulatory compliance and permitting projects. You will be mentored by seasoned professionals and may assist on projects outside your primary responsibilities. Between fieldwork, you will work in a professional office setting preparing detailed field documentation, data analysis, and reporting. You may also be exposed to our Water Quality, Ecological Services, and Geotechnical practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform extensive fieldwork including soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling
• Document drilling activities and monitoring well installations
• Prepare detailed and accurate field documentation, data analysis, and reports
• Provide remediation and construction field documentation
• Support environmental regulatory compliance and permitting projects
• Assist on projects and tasks outside of primary responsibilities as needed
• Work in a professional office setting between field projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field (Master's Degree a plus)
• 1-2 years of related environmental engineering experience
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
• Ability to perform technical execution of projects under supervision of project managers
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or in a team setting
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office suite
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and some evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel locally and regionally
• Valid driver's license in good standing

Qualifications

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus
• FE/EIT certification a plus
• Database, CADD, or ArcGIS experience a plus

Benefits

• Professional development and continued education focus including tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity to work in a wide range of engineering, manufacturing, and industrial environments
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Small firm feel with larger firm reputation and resources
• Mentorship from industry experts
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

The base salary for this position ranges between $66,000 and $80,000. The actual base salary and total compensation depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.