Engineering Assistant

EnSafe Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

EnSafe Inc. in Tampa, FL seeks an Engineering Assistant to join our team. Under supervision of a project engineer, you will assist with site investigations, fieldwork, sampling, reporting, and proposal support across various environmental projects.

The role emphasizes data management, drafting, and coordination with clients and regulators. A BS in engineering and up to 3 years of experience are required, with travel up to a week as needed. No relocation details are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET-accredited college in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
• 0-3 years of experience (internships count towards experience).
• Ability to travel overnight for up to one-week periods at a time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site assessments, including groundwater, soil, surface water, and air sample collection.
• Support pilot studies, field testing, and O&M activities for remedial systems, including operational data collection.
• Compile, evaluate, and manage environmental data and databases.
• Assist with drafting, modeling, statistical evaluation of data, and preparation of figures, tables, and other data presentations.
• Support construction activities, including assisting with subcontractor coordination and oversight under supervision.
• Assist with remedial system start-up, troubleshooting, and O&M services under the direction of project engineers.
• Prepare and contribute to a variety of technical documents related to assessment, design, construction, O&M, and performance evaluations (e.g., work plans, design reports, construction and O&M documents, health, and safety plans).
• Prepare for field events, including equipment procurement and rental, calibration, maintenance, and planning.
• Support communication with clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, and subcontractors in coordination with project managers and senior staff.

Skills

Mechanical equipment use

Electrical equipment use

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Site equipment

Job description

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we’d like to talk with you about growing with us.

EnSafe is currently seeking a full-time Engineering Assistant to join our team in Tampa, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.

Candidates must be willing to work at the Tampa, FL office.

As an Engineering Assistant at EnSafe, there is no typical day. Under the guidance of a project engineer and senior staff, responsibilities may include assisting with site investigations, fieldwork, and sampling; supporting remedial design and implementation efforts; compiling data; preparing reports; and providing support on proposal development.

EnSafe is committed to providing pragmatic, cost-effective strategies for maintaining compliance, minimizing liabilities, and improving environmental performance. Joining our team means immersing yourself in an atmosphere that nurtures creativity, encourages collaboration across all levels, embraces a supportive culture, and facilitates professional development.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will:

• Assist with site assessments, including groundwater, soil, surface water, and air sample collection.
• Support pilot studies, field testing, and operation and maintenance (O&M) activities for remedial systems, including operational data collection.
• Compile, evaluate, and manage environmental data and databases.
• Assist with drafting, modeling, statistical evaluation of data, and preparation of figures, tables, and other data presentations.
• Support construction activities, including assisting with subcontractor coordination and oversight under supervision.
• Assist with remedial system start-up, troubleshooting, and O&M services under the direction of project engineers.
• Prepare and contribute to a variety of technical documents related to assessment, design, construction, O&M, and performance evaluations (e.g., work plans, design reports, construction and O&M documents, health, and safety plans).
• Prepare for field events, including equipment procurement and rental, calibration, maintenance, and planning.
• Support communication with clients, regulatory agencies, vendors, and subcontractors in coordination with project managers and senior staff.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science from an ABET-accredited college in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
• 0-3 years of experience (internships count towards experience).
• Proficiency with mechanical and electrical equipment use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to travel overnight for up to one-week periods at a time.

Preferred Skills

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (with required refresher course certification).
• EI Certification preferred or ability to take the FE Exam within 6 months.
• Candidates with client communication and fieldwork skills are preferred.

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work
  EnSafe’s mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility.
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that safety is part of everything we do.
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path. Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
• Challenging, Creative Work
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary: fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.

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