Environmental Engineer

The Foth Companies; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foth Companies is seeking an Environmental Engineer to support our growing solid waste portfolio. This role, based in Minneapolis with a flexible hybrid arrangement, involves hands-on engineering for waste facilities and permitting tasks.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s in Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental Engineering, two years of experience, and EIT eligibility. CAD tools and field sampling experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering or related field.
• At least two years of engineering experience.
• Experience preparing technical reports and memos.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical engineering for solid waste facilities.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce plan sets for permitting and construction.
• Prepare permit submittals to regulatory agencies.
• Document construction quality on landfill projects (travel up to 20%).
• Assist in preparing regulatory compliance plans and reports.
• Prepare sampling plans and collect field data (soil, groundwater, air).
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Prepare engineer cost estimates and complete cost-benefit economic analysis.

Skills

Engineering experience

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Foth is a 100% member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin. We are looking for an Environmental Engineer to support our growing solid waste client and project portfolio. This position may be based in Minneapolis, MN, with flexible hybrid arrangement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on technical engineering for solid waste facilities.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce plan sets for permitting and construction.
• Prepare permit submittals to regulatory agencies.
• Document construction quality on landfill projects (up to 20% travel required).
• Assist in preparing regulatory compliance plans and reports.
• Prepare sampling plans and collect field sampling data (soil, groundwater, and air).
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Prepare engineer cost estimates and complete cost‑benefit economic analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Environmental Engineering, or related degree.
• Two years of engineering experience.
• Experience preparing technical reports and memos.
• Engineer‑in‑Training designation (or ability to obtain within one year).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with an environmental consulting firm.
• Experience with Construction Quality Assurance.
• 40‑hour Hazwoper certification.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience in the solid waste industry.

Compensation and Benefits

The base compensation range for this position is posted in the job posting. Actual compensation will vary based on relevant experience, location, scope, and applicable licenses or certifications. Eligible members may also participate in Foth’s Earned Performance Incentive program and receive discretionary bonuses, including On‑the‑Spot recognition awards. Full‑time and part‑time members are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; an employee assistance program; disability coverage; retirement benefits; paid holidays; paid time off; and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

Equal Opportunity and Legal Statements

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free.

Colorado residents may redact age‑identifying information in materials submitted. This is not penalized.

Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiting firms. Foth reserves the right to hire candidates without financial obligation to third‑party recruiters or agencies.