Environmental Engineer, Entry Level

About the Role

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking an Environmental Engineer for their Duluth, Minnesota, office. This is a hybrid role supporting the Assessment and Remediation business unit. The position involves challenging work on projects focused on the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of contaminated sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply foundational engineering principles to support site investigations, environmental sampling, and data collection.
• Assist in the analysis of environmental data and contribute to the development of remediation approaches.
• Help coordinate field activities and logistics, including contractor oversight and equipment preparation.
• Assist in tracking project progress and documenting key milestones.
• Contribute to evaluating site conditions and identifying potential solutions to environmental challenges.
• Apply regulatory knowledge and scientific reasoning to real-world scenarios.
• Produce clear field notes, chain-of-custody and data summaries, figures, and draft report sections/emails for review.
• Provide concise status updates to project managers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives.

About The Opportunity

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid work arrangement may be considered, splitting time between a Barr office and a home office. Position is based in Barr's Duluth, Minnesota, office.
• Travel: Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs. Up to 25% travel and 50–65% fieldwork expected, varying seasonally.
• Work Environment: Ability to work in various locations, including rough terrain typical of construction sites, and facilities with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and industrial conditions. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions (heat, cold, rain, uneven terrain).
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work individually in remote locations.
• Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability to safely operate or work around environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, geological, or chemical engineering or a related engineering degree.
• GPA: Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Licenses/Certifications: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certified or ability to obtain certification within one year.
• Software: Strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Driver’s License: Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Helpful Additional Experience (Not Required)

• Education: Master’s degree in civil, chemical, environmental, or geological engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience working on construction or environmental sites.
• Training: 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations.

Compensation

• Anticipated range: $70,000–$80,000 annually.
• Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.
• May be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance.
• This position is classified as exempt (salaried).

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
• Profit distribution through annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends.
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and internal training opportunities.
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime, and compensatory time.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, PPE allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.