Environmental Field Engineer, Scientist, Geologist

About the role

The Omaha office of our firm is seeking a Field Engineer, Scientist, and Geologist to join our Environmental Department. The Omaha offices serve a diverse client base across various sectors including commercial, industrial, government, and institutional markets. This position involves conducting environmental media sampling and remediation system operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental site investigations, assessments, and surveys to sample, measure, and analyze air, water, material, and soil.
• Conduct well sampling.
• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection or assignments, which may require out-of-town travel up to 75% of the time.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems is essential.
• Assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Evaluate routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Prepare reports or sections of larger reports.
• Consult with other technical people and supervisor on routine and less complex projects.
• Write routine proposals and assist in the preparation of more complex proposals.
• There will be some client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related science field with one year of related experience, or five years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.
• Ability to travel out of town on a routine basis.
• Strong organization skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training, or ability to obtain upon employment.
• DOT medical card, or ability to obtain upon employment.
• Ability to operate 1/2-ton to 1-ton trucks and occasionally tow a trailer.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental assessment and remediation projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to develop and master mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Skills in developing and optimizing mitigation strategies.

Skills

• Field sampling and data collection.
• Site investigation and assessment.
• Well sampling.
• Remediation system operation and maintenance.
• Collaboration with environmental engineering/scientist/geologist staff.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Working with a diverse range of clients in various sectors.
• Participation in environmental assessment and remediation projects.
• Collaboration with a national team focused on environmental success and community sustainability.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule details are not specified in the job posting.