Staff Engineer

Trihydro; British Columbia; On-site; USD 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Staff Engineer to join their Central Coast team. This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex environmental challenges while collaborating with a dedicated team. The successful candidate will support various projects, engaging in fieldwork and utilizing strong problem-solving and communication skills. With a commitment to safety and quality, this position promises a rewarding career path in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a difference through engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with 6% match

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Mentoring opportunities

Strong safety culture

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of relevant experience in engineering or environmental consulting.
• Strong technical skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering plans and oversee field investigations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget for environmental projects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of health & safety practices

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering

Related field degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title: Staff Engineer at Trihydro Corporation

Location: Central Coast, California

Job Summary:
Trihydro, one of the top environmental and engineering consulting firms in the country, has an opening for a highly motivated staff engineer. The successful candidate will join our Central Coast team in California to support projects in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, assisting clients across many industries with effective, responsive, and safe solutions. If you have a passion for solving complex environmental challenges, we encourage you to apply!

This full-time position requires approximately 40-45 hours per week and involves a blend of field work, strong communication skills, and problem-solving abilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist project managers/engineers with engineering plans/documents, specifications, and drawings.
• Oversee and perform field investigations that include surface reconnaissance, surface mapping, surface water measurements, drilling, trenching, and multi-media sample collection (air, water, soil) for field and laboratory testing.
• Manage and evaluate data, perform analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal standards for regulatory compliance.
• Oversee and perform remedial activities for impacted soil (excavation, in situ treatment, etc.), groundwater (extraction, in situ treatment, etc.), and vapor (indoor air mitigation system, engineering controls, etc.).
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and reporting for assigned projects.
• Manage project staff and subcontractors, assigning resources as necessary to complete project tasks on schedule and within budget.
• Develop work plans and health & safety plans, ensuring field staff have been appropriately briefed on relevant plan details.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients to execute environmental investigation and remediation projects.
• Prepare investigation summary, remedy implementation, performance monitoring, and site closure reports for submittal to clients and agencies.

Qualifications:

• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with clients and project team members.
• Initiative and motivation to complete project deliverables on schedule and within budget.
• The ability to travel to client sites and other Trihydro offices.
• Working knowledge of health & safety practices and a commitment to safe operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project scheduling tools is helpful).
• Experience with AutoCAD software is a plus.
• The ability to grasp scientific concepts and apply them to technical challenges.
• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field.
• 0-4 years of relevant experience.
• A clean driving record.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a 6% discretionary match
• Paid time off including vacation, flex, sick, paid family medical leave, and holiday pay
• Comprehensive health insurance program (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Mentoring and opportunities for professional advancement
• Best-in-class safety culture

The salary information shown below is a general guideline ONLY. Salaries are based on candidates' experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $67,000- $80,000

This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.

About Us:

Trihydro Corporation is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm. Our team values integrity and collaboration to complete meaningful projects that make a difference for our clients and communities. We are looking for a talented and hard-working individual to join our team.

Trihydro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because of a protected Veteran status.