Early-Career Remediation Engineer or Geologist

Job Description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Remediation Engineer or Geologist in our environmental sciences and engineering practice in Minneapolis, MN you will apply your academic knowledge and practical experience to real-world situations related to contaminated site assessment & remediation, groundwater management, water treatment, and environmental due diligence for a diverse national private and public sector client base, while also learning and expanding the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fieldwork such as soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling, drilling and contractor oversight, construction quality assurance and oversight, and remediation system O&M;
• Compliance with health and safety requirements;
• Surface water measurements, sampling, and hydrologic calculations;
• Chemical data and contaminant fate & transport evaluation;
• Groundwater and soil remedy evaluation, cost estimation, design calculations, and implementation;
• Environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance services, and permitting;
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
• Reading and interpretation of engineering drawings;
• Coordinate and collaborate with project managers and team to ensure adherence to project timelines, goals, and budget;
• Engaging in regular communication with client representatives, subcontractors, and project team to provide effective project execution;
• Preparation of design documents, technical reports, calculation packages, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
• Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Up to 70%
• Overnight travel: Up to 25%

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies or related field. (required)
• Advanced degree in environmental studies or related field. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience, including soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling, drilling and contractor oversight, construction quality assurance and oversight, remediation system O&M, and other field techniques, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (preferred)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to environmental remediation. (preferred)
• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering drawings. (preferred)
• Prior internship experience in environmental consulting. (valuable)
• Technical experience in environmental engineering, geology, environmental, or related disciplines. (preferred)
• Experience with construction work such as plumbing, electrical, structural, geotechnical, or mechanical tasks. (valuable)
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and related software; AutoCAD and/or GIS. (preferred)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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