Associate Engineer

Water & Air Research; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Water & Air Research, Inc. seeks a motivated Associate Engineer to join the Environmental Services team in Florida. This entry-level role develops technical expertise in petroleum-contaminated site assessment and remediation, working with Project Managers and senior staff.

The associate will assist with planning, field investigations, data analysis, and report preparation under FDEP PRP guidelines, while building practical experience and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Strong technical writing, analytical and organizational skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel based on project needs.
• Experience with Florida PRP (preferred).
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (preferred).
• Experience with groundwater and soil sampling (preferred).
• Experience with environmental data analysis and technical report preparation (preferred).
• Familiarity with PID/FID field equipment (preferred).
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and field activities (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with environmental assessment and remediation projects from planning through completion.
• Perform field work including groundwater, soil, and remediation system sampling.
• Oversee field activities including drilling, monitoring wells, remediation systems, and subcontractors.
• Prepare field documents, calibration records, and QA/QC documentation.
• Analyze environmental data and help evaluate site conditions and remediation options.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, database management, and organization.
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, regulators, and project team members.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Environmental Engineering

Civil Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Google Workspace

Job description

Water & Air Research, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Engineer to join ourEnvironmental Services team. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early-careerengineer to develop technical expertise in the assessment and remediation of petroleum-contaminatedsites while working alongside experienced Project Managers and senior technical staff.

The Entry-Level Engineer assists with planning and executing environmental investigations, fieldactivities, technical analyses, and report preparation while gaining experience with the FloridaDepartment of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with environmental assessment and remediation projects from planning through completion.
• Perform field work including groundwater, soil, and remediation system sampling in accordance with FDEP Standard Operating Procedures under varying weather conditions and occasional travel throughout Florida.
• Coordinate and oversee field activities including drilling operations, monitoring well installations, remediation system installations, and subcontractor activities.
• Prepare field documentation, calibration records, and quality assurance/quality control documentation.
• Analyze environmental data and assist in evaluating site conditions and remediation alternatives.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, database management, and project organization.
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and project team members.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and web-based office interfaces (such as Google Workspace).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel based on project needs.

Preferred

• Experience with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Experience with groundwater and soil sampling.
• Familiarity with environmental data analysis, technical report preparation, and environmental field equipment including PID/FID instruments.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and field activities.

About Water & Air Research, Inc.

Water & Air Research, Inc. is a multidisciplinary, employee-owned environmental engineering and consulting firm composed of engineers, geologists, biologists, environmental scientists, planners, and support staff. Water & Air provides a wide range of services to private and public clients throughout Florida and other regions of the United States.

Founded in Florida in 1970, Water & Air employs more than thirty-five staff members at our corporate office in Gainesville, Florida. Since the Company's inception, Water & Air has helped clients deal with vital environmental issues while promoting environmental responsibility.

Water & Air is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action Program (AAP), Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP), Smoke-Free, and E-Verify Employer.