Environmental Project Engineer

EnSafe · Greater Kalamazoo Area · 2 wk ago

RemoteRemoteEngineeringFull-time

About the Role

EnSafe is accepting applications for a Full-time or Part-Time Environmental Project Engineer to support projects in Michigan and beyond. This is a remote position and can be based in Ann Arbor, Lansing, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, Clare, or other Michigan cities.

We are seeking an Environmental Project Engineer who enjoys solving complex environmental challenges through hands-on remediation design, operations & maintenance (O&M), and system monitoring. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative consulting environment, enjoys working with a diverse client base and multidisciplinary project teams, and is eager to expand their technical expertise while building a long-term career with a growing employee-owned consulting firm.

Responsibilities

Manage O&M of remedial systems, operational data collection, and troubleshooting.
Oversee and manage subcontractors.
Assist with designing small and large-scale remedial systems to address soil, groundwater, and vapor contamination for sites regulated under CERCLA, RCRA, and state programs.
Prepare remediation feasibility studies, remedial action plans, and cost estimates.
Design and lead pilot studies and field testing for various/emerging contaminants.
Provide data compilation, database management, statistical evaluation, and modeling.
Review existing data and develop a strategy to fill data gaps and determine the remedial approach.
Write and review technical reports.
Initiate and complete environmental inspections at client facilities.
Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Execute tasks such as SPCC Plans, SWPPPs, permit applications, and compliance reports; Brownfields assessment and rehabilitation; and remedial system construction management.

Requirements

B.S. in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
Between 3-10 years of experience.
E.I.T or P.E. License, preferred.
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
Michigan EGLE Waste Treatment Plant Operator A-2d, B-3b Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Proficient with vapor mitigation and groundwater/soil remediation technologies, and remedial system troubleshooting and O&M.
Experienced in drafting remedial system designs, plans, and specifications, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and material balances.
Understanding of groundwater/lithology characteristics/logging, hydraulics.
Critical thinking skills.
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in the U.S.
Regional travel up to 35% on an annual basis.

Benefits

Employee-Owned Advantage: EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. Company growth directly translates into shared rewards.
Commitment to Growth and Wellness: Personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
Purpose-Driven Work: Focus on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting, making a real difference in communities.
Safety as a Value: Safety is deeply embedded in the culture, prioritizing employee well-being alongside client compliance.
A Culture of Freedom & Ownership: Encourages initiative, flexibility, and entrepreneurial growth in a supportive environment.
Challenging, Creative Work: Fast-paced, dynamic projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology, requiring creativity and innovation.

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