Environmental Engineer
Summary
Supports environmental planning, design, compliance, field sampling, and documentation, with office and fieldwork plus 20%–50% travel. Requires a bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering or related field and 0–2 years’ experience.
Highlights
- Work Arrangement
- On-Site
- Experience
- 0-2 years of relevant experience; internships included
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
- Certifications
- EIT certification preferred or ability to obtain
- Travel Required
- 20% - 50%
- Physical Requirements
- Travel to project sites and perform outdoor work in varying conditions
- Type
- Full-Time
Job description
Overview
At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
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.
#LI-BA1 #LI-Onsite
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel (20% - 50%) as part of its primary responsibilities.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
EEO Statement
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here
At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
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.
#LI-BA1 #LI-Onsite
Responsibilities
- Assist with 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
- Coordinate with internal teams (civil, geotechnical, construction)
- Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and safety standards
- Maintain accurate field notes and project records
- 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
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel (20% - 50%) as part of its primary responsibilities.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Combination of office and fieldwork
- Ability to travel to project sites and perform outdoor work in varying conditions
EEO Statement
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here