Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1

We are seeking a full-time Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1 to join our Knoxville, Tennessee office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe in an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.

About the role

As a Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1, you will support experienced engineers and scientists on a wide range of environmental projects. EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately and without limitations.

Responsibilities

• Perform field investigations involving soil, groundwater, surface water, and other media using approved environmental sampling methods.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including field testing, documentation, and quality control activities.
• Assist with operation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of remedial systems, as well as support pilot studies.
• Maintain detailed and accurate field notes, logs, and data records throughout all stages of field and office work.
• Apply academic engineering training to analyze data, perform calculations, and support technical evaluations.
• Support data management tasks, including reduction, organization, and summarization of environmental datasets.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, remedial design tasks, cost estimates, and environmental permitting efforts.
• Assist with producing figures, drawings, and analyses using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software.
• Draft technical sections for reports, work plans, and project correspondence.
• Demonstrate safe work practices in field and office environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related engineering/science field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, organization, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently with guidance from senior staff and contribute positively in team settings.
• Eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, flexibility, and problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with environmental sampling, analytical methods, and data interpretation for soil, water, or air.
• Ability to meet physical job requirements, including:
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Traversing uneven or sloped terrain.
  • Working outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Performing moderate physical activity for extended periods.
• Ability to travel for field assignments, including occasional overnight stays (~25% of the time).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related discipline.
• Prior consulting experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or GIS tools.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Asbestos Certification.
• Drone experience and/or license.

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 our culture, prioritizing employee well-being alongside client compliance.
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership: Encouragement to take initiative, achieve goals, and shape your own career path in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
• Challenging, Creative Work: Fast-paced, dynamic projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology, requiring creativity and innovation.

About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities and build enduring, trustful relationships with clients, focusing on high ethical and safety standards. We attract and retain high-quality people for the long term.