Environmental Scientist/Geologist

About the role

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven Environmental Scientist/Geologist for our Oakland and Sacramento, CA offices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform field-based tasks for environmental investigation and remediation programs.
• Oversee and lead field activities including monitoring well installation, soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling using standard environmental drilling and sampling techniques.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, remedial support, and solid waste-related projects.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations (including RCRA and CERCLA) to ensure compliance.
• Perform data management, evaluation, and technical report writing, including environmental investigation reports, work plans, conceptual site models, monitoring reports, well installation documentation, and closure reports.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive technical reports to support project objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Cook up and interface with local and state regulatory agencies, clients, and subcontractors.
• Apply strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills to evaluate environmental data and develop recommendations.
• Detect and troubleshoot issues encountered during fieldwork, including sampling conditions, drilling challenges, and equipment performance.
• Apply appropriate scientific methods and propose analytical techniques to support project objectives.
• Conduct specific phases of projects under general supervision while supporting senior staff.
• Aid in providing technical recommendations and consulting services within area of expertise.
• Utilize standard business and technical software tools, including Microsoft Office and, as applicable, GIS and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills in both field and office settings.
• Maintain high attention to detail, organization, and time management while managing multiple project priorities.
• Work independently as a self-starter while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes challenging field conditions.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work on diverse projects, extended hours, and varying locations.
• Travel to project locations, including regional day travel and overnight stays (expected travel may exceed 50%).
• Mentor junior staff and maintain commitment to workplace health and safety.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental science, engineering, or related field (e.g., hydrogeology, geophysics, geochemistry).
  • 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
  • U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency required.
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role.

  Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
  • 4+ years of relevant experience (preferred).
  • Professional Geologist (PG) license or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification (preferred).
  • Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (preferred).
  • Familiarity with environmental drilling techniques and field sampling methods (now reinforced in responsibilities).
  • Knowledge of RCRA and CERCLA processes (now reinforced in responsibilities).
  • Experience working with local and state regulatory agencies (now reinforced in responsibilities).
  • Experience preparing technical reports including site investigations, monitoring reports, and work plans (now reinforced in responsibilities).
  • Task or project management experience (preferred).
  • Proposal writing experience is a plus.

  Benefits

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $69000 to $95000 per year.