Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1
On-siteKnoxville, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Perform field investigations involving soil, groundwater, and surface water using approved sampling methods while conducting construction observation, field testing, and quality control. Assist with remedial system operations, pilot studies, and feasibility studies, then draft technical sections for reports and produce figures using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS. Maintain detailed field logs and support data management tasks including reduction, organization, and summarization of environmental datasets. Demonstrate safe work practices in field and office environments while traveling approximately 25% of the time for overnight assignments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related engineering/science field
- 3 - 5 years of relevant experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organization
- Time-management abilities
- Ability to work independently with guidance from senior staff
- Contribute positively in team settings
- Eagerness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Flexibility
- Problem-solving mindset
- Familiarity with environmental sampling, analytical methods, and data interpretation for soil, water, or air
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Traversing uneven or sloped terrain
- Working outdoors in various weather conditions
- Performing moderate physical activity for extended periods
- Ability to travel for field assignments, including occasional overnight stays (~25% of the time)
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology or related discipline
- Prior consulting experience
- Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or GIS tools
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
- Asbestos Certification
- Drone experience and/or license
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