Environmental Engineer (Environmental, Water and Wastewater)

Pinchin Canada Career; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Great benefits

Three weeks vacation to start

Wellness spending account

Mentoring and career development

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Pinchin Canada is seeking an Environmental Engineer to join our Emissions Reduction and Compliance team in the Lower Mainland, BC. Based in Richmond with planned Burnaby relocation, you will lead environmental, water and wastewater projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across Pinchin.

You’ll contribute to design, permitting, sampling coordination, data processing, and reporting while supporting client needs and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Resources or related discipline.
• 3-6 years of experience in environmental consulting, industrial operations, municipal infrastructure, or related field.
• Registered as, or working toward, a professional designation such as EIT or P.Eng.
• Familiarity with Canadian and BC regulations related to environmental, water, wastewater, stormwater and environmental compliance.
• Working knowledge of environmental, water and wastewater treatment systems, stormwater management, and environmental infrastructure.
• Experience supporting technical assessments, field investigations, inspections, data collection, and report preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, GIS, Visio, or other technical software is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to project sites and conduct field work as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Environmental, Water and Wastewater Services Team with various projects in BC, including planning and coordinating field assessments, coordinating sampling and data collection events, developing and executing assessment plans, coordinating with external labs and other specialists, and report writing.
• Play a role in the design and execution of environmental restoration, assessment, drinking water and wastewater treatment system design, improvement and permitting from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, and exceeding client expectations.
• Conduct thorough on-site inspections to assess site conditions, system performance and regulatory compliance and assist in the formulation of appropriate solutions and strategies.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations and best practices in infrastructure and green infrastructure design.
• Prepare proposal documents and assist with the management of project budgets and invoicing under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Represent Pinchin through professional conduct, and adhere to proper quality control, and health and safety protocols both in the office and at client facilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Environmental or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

MS Office

Visio

Job description

Environmental Engineer (Environmental, Water and Wastewater)

Emissions Reduction and Compliance

Richmond/Burnaby, BC

Annual Salary Range: $60,000 to $85,000

Help shape sustainable environmental, water and wastewater solutions for communities across BC. If you enjoy solving technical challenges and contributing to meaningful projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people, uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is seeking an Environmental Engineer to join our Emissions Reduction and Compliance team in the Lower Mainland, BC. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this newly created role supports a growing team and is currently based in Richmond, with an office relocation to Burnaby planned for later in 2026.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Operations Manager and the Practice Specialist, the Environmental Engineer executes environmental, wastewater, stormwater and drinking water design, permitting, construction and assessment projects. Duties may include collaboration for treatment system design and permitting, sample coordination, sample collection, data processing, analysis, and writing reports. The Environmental Engineer will work with Project Managers and Senior Technical Engineers, as well as collaboratively with other departments in Pinchin to help clients meet their on-going environmental regulatory compliance requirements.

Your Role and Action

• Support the Environmental, Water and Wastewater Services Team with various projects in BC, including planning and coordinating field assessments, coordinating sampling and data collection events, developing and executing assessment plans, coordinating with external labs and other specialists, and report writing.
• Play a role in the design and execution of environmental restoration, assessment, drinking water and wastewater treatment system design, improvement and permitting from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, and exceeding client expectations.
• Conduct thorough on-site inspections to assess site conditions, system performance and regulatory compliance and assist in the formulation of appropriate solutions and strategies.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations and best practices in infrastructure and green infrastructure design.
• Prepare proposal documents and assist with the management of project budgets and invoicing under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Represent Pinchin through professional conduct, and adhere to proper quality control, and health and safety protocols both in the office and at client facilities.

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference. You enjoy learning, collaborating with others, and contributing to projects that support environmental stewardship and resilient water and environmental infrastructure.

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Resources or a related discipline.
• 3-6 years of experience in environmental consulting, industrial operations, municipal infrastructure, or a related field.
• Registered as, or working toward, a professional designation such as EIT or P.Eng.
• Familiarity with Canadian and BC regulations related to environmental, water, wastewater, stormwater and environmental compliance considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of environmental, water and wastewater treatment systems, stormwater management, and environmental infrastructure considered an asset.
• Experience supporting technical assessments, field investigations, inspections, data collection, and report preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, GIS, Visio, or other technical software is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to project sites and conduct field work as required.

For Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.

Compensation and Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, a flexible workplace that supports work life balance, paid personal days, minimum of three weeks of vacation to start, reimbursement for professional memberships, environmental and community involvement opportunities, a wellness spending account, social activities, team events, corporate hotel rates, and more.

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Additional Information

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.