Ealy-Career Scientist or Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Reno, NV, is seeking an Early-Career Scientist or Engineer to apply academic knowledge to contaminated site assessment, groundwater management, and environmental due diligence.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, data analysis, and client-facing responsibilities in a dynamic consulting environment. The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, 2+ years of field experience, strong writing skills, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or related major (required).
• Advanced degree in same (preferred).
• 2+ years of field-related experience with sampling/drilling (preferred).
• Knowledge of environmental remediation regulatory requirements (preferred).
• Strong writing and communication skills (required).
• Willingness for regular field work and travel (required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation system O&M.
• Evaluate chemical data and contaminant fate & transport.
• Design and cost-estimate groundwater/soil remedies and implement solutions.
• Provide environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and permitting support.
• Perform aquifer testing and hydrogeologic data analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, letters, memos, plans, specs, and proposals.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Skills

Field sampling

Excellent writing

Data analysis

MS Word/Excel

AutoCAD

GIS

Driver license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Scientist or Engineer in our environmental sciences and engineering practice in our Reno, NV location. The position will allow you the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and practical experience to real-world situations related to contaminated site assessment & remediation, groundwater management, water treatment, and environmental due diligence for a diverse national private and public sector client base, while also learning and expanding the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit:http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fieldwork such as soil and groundwater sampling, drilling and contractor oversight, construction quality assurance and oversight, and remediation system O&M;
• Chemical data and contaminant fate & transport evaluation;
• Groundwater and soil remedy evaluation, cost estimation, design calculations, and implementation;
• Environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance services, and permitting;
• Aquifer testing and hydrogeologic data analyses;
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
• Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals; and
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or related major such as Geology, Earth Science, Soil Science, Hydrogeology, or Civil or Environmental Engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience, including observation of drilling and well installation, soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and other field techniques, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (preferred)
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to environmental remediation. (preferred)
• Prior internship experience in environmental consulting. (valuable)
• Technical experience in geology, geotechnical, environmental, or related disciplines. (preferred)
• Experience with construction work such as plumbing, electrical, structural, geotechnical, or mechanical tasks. (valuable)
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and related software; AutoCAD and/or GIS. (preferred)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum: $27.24/hour / Maximum: $49.07/hour (Reno, NV)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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