Environmental Engineer I

Location: Overland Park, KS

About the Role

This position supports environmental projects for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, primarily in the Central U.S. region. Projects focus on investigation and remediation of sites impacted by metals, emerging contaminants (PFAS), chlorinated solvents, and petroleum compounds in sediment, groundwater, surface water, air, and soil. The role involves office and field assignments, with potential for up to 50% travel within the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning technical concepts.
• Ensuring field operations are conducted safely in accordance with project-specific Site Safety and Health Plans/Health and Safety Plans (SSHP/HASPs).
• Participating as a member of field teams to conduct oversight of environmental construction activities or collect samples (groundwater, soil, soil vapor, surface water, sediment) using various sampling techniques.
• Contributing to the preparation of work plans and project deliverables (e.g., UFP-QAPPs, Remedial Investigation Reports, SSHP/HASPs, PowerPoint presentations, technical memoranda).
• Developing design calculations, data collection and analysis, conceptual site model development, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and the creation of maps and drawings.
• Reviewing and developing environmental designs, work plans, and specifications, and providing input on field modifications.
• Reviewing and developing scopes of work and other components of an invitation to bid (ITB).
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical and visualization tools.
• Utilizing approved digital and AI-assisted tools for technical documentation, data analysis, project communications, and workflow efficiency.
• Potentially assisting with remedial system startup, commissioning, and operations and maintenance (O&M) services.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field related to Environmental Studies such as Civil Engineering (with environmental focus), Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and other applications.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification upon employment.
• Ability to work in various levels of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a respirator if required.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing professional licensure (e.g., Professional Engineer).
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools.
• Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged sitting or standing up to 70% of the time.
• Walking long distances and over uneven terrain.
• Repetitive hand motions (typing, tool use, etc.).
• Ability to see details at close and distant ranges.
• Viewing computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to interpret and analyze visual data (maps, graphs, warning indicators, etc.).
• Driving a company or personal vehicle.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Climbing ladders or stairs.
• Analyzing and synthesizing data.
• Reading and interpreting technical documents or regulations.
• Writing reports, proposals, or technical documentation.
• Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Managing competing deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.).
• Potential for longer days up to 12 hours in duration.

Qualifications

• Preferred, not required:
• Master’s degree in engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
• EIT Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
• Experience overseeing execution of remedial actions to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Experience with removal and restoration of roads, utilities, and other infrastructure.
• Oversight of remedial actions and OSHA 30-hour certification.
• Ability to interact effectively with subcontractors.
• Previous experience with environmental investigations including various air, groundwater, soil, and surface water/sediment methodologies.
• Experience with monitoring well drilling, logging, installation, and sampling; exposure to geological boring logs.
• Prior experience preparing and contributing to remedial designs (drawings, specifications, schedule, or cost estimate), feasibility studies, other technical reports, memoranda, and work plans.
• Experience preparing drawings in AutoCAD or similar program.
• Prior experience preparing scopes of work, bid sheets, and technical components of an ITB.
• Experience using generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar) to improve technical writing, data analysis, research, visualization, or project delivery efficiency.
• Knowledge and experience of CERCLA, DoD, DOE, EPA, and/or RCRA projects.