Entry-Level Environmental Engineer
AECOM
About the Role
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer I to support the Remediation team within the Environment business line. This position is expected to begin June 2027, with flexibility. The role involves office and field work, assisting with site investigation, design, and implementation of remediation programs. The role is approximately 60% field and 40% office.
Key Responsibilities
- Project field and office support for site assessment and remediation projects.
- Site visits at industrial, federal, commercial, and municipal client facilities.
- Data collection and analysis for environmental compliance and sustainability, comparing findings to relevant studies and regulations.
- Environmental sampling (e.g., soil, sediment, groundwater, stormwater, wastewater, air, and hazardous waste).
- Development of technical memoranda and reports.
- Building analytic and engineering design skills under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
- Use of computer software (e.g., CAD, GIS, data analysis tools) for basic engineering problem-solving.
- Performing work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
- Local travel is likely, and U.S. travel is possible and project dependent.
- Field work in appropriate locations (approximately 60%).
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Valid US Driver’s License.
- Must pass the AECOM Motor Vehicle screening.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Position requires frequent traveling to field locations in personal vehicle.
- Frequently lifting, carrying, and loading equipment such as sample coolers, without assistance up to 50lbs.
- Computer software (e.g., CAD, GIS, data analysis tools).
- Microsoft Office suite applications.
Qualifications
- BA/BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field + 0 years of related experience and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- General knowledge of basic engineering, chemistry, and environmental sciences.
- Experience and/or demonstrated interest in environmental remediation.
- Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor in written and verbal communications.
- Ability to write and convey complex thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely.
- Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.
- Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently, both in an office environment and in the field.
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
- Ability to travel locally, including occasional extended travel.
- Previous experience operating a full-size pickup truck or large sport utility vehicle.
- Mechanical aptitude is strongly desired.
- Passing Engineering-in-Training (FE) test is strongly recommended.
Additional Information
- Relocation is not available.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available.
- Compensation: USD 70000 - USD 80000 - yearly.
- Work Location Model: Hybrid.