Environmental Chemist

HDR ICA ENGINEERING; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks an Environmental Chemist to collect project data, perform field investigations, and manage environmental analyses. The role emphasizes independent work and collaboration with teams on site in Indiana, helping clients with permit coordination and compliance.

The position involves preparing assessments and participating in public meetings. Required are a Bachelor's in Environmental Science or related field, 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, land use, etc.
• Assimilate and manage data
• Prepare constraints mapping
• Define the level of environmental analysis required
• Perform complex assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance
• Work independently on medium-size projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Perform other related duties as needed

Skills

Environmental writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

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In the role of Environmental Chemist, we'll count on you to

• Collect project-related data, which may include research, conducting surveys for listed species, interviews with government agencies and clients, map reviews, field investigations for wetlands, land use, etc.
• Assimilate and manage data
• Prepare constraints mapping
• Define the level of environmental analysis required
• Perform complex assignments, making independent decisions on problems and methods
• Assist in preparation for and participation in public information meetings and hearings
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition and compliance
• Work independently on medium-size projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Perform other related duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• 5 years technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documents
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Indiana-Indianapolis

Other Locations

United States-Indiana

Industry

Waste

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Site Investigation and Remediation

Job Posting

Oct 28, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

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We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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