Environmental Engineer I

Position Overview

The Environmental Engineer I supports environmental planning, design, and compliance efforts for various types of projects. This role works under close supervision to assist with technical analyses, fieldwork, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Aid in environmental site assessments, permitting, and compliance tasks
• Perform field environmental sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, air) and data collection
• Support preparation of technical work plans and reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation (e.g., NEPA-related documents, SWPPP, SPCC)
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses
• Cook up with internal teams (civil, geotechnical, construction) to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and safety standards
• Maintain accurate field notes and project records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships included)
• Basic understanding of federal/state environmental regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification or ability to obtain
• Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, or environmental modeling tools
• Fieldwork experience

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Combination of office and fieldwork
• Ability to travel to project sites and perform outdoor work in varying conditions