Environmental Engineer

Apex Companies, LLC; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC in Southern California is seeking an Environmental Engineer with hands‑on remediation experience to lead soil and groundwater projects and grow with a national firm.

You will oversee field work and O&M of remediation systems, support design and performance evaluations, prepare technical reports and regulatory submittals, and ensure compliance with permits and client specifications.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience supporting or leading soil and groundwater remediation projects.
• HAZWOPER certification.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Office; strong technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead soil and groundwater remediation projects from field execution through reporting.
• Oversee O&M of remediation systems (groundwater extraction, SVE, thermal oxidizers).
• Support remedial system design, modifications, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure field work compliance with work plans, permits, and specs.
• Prepare technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Office

Field data collection

Technical report writing

HAZWOPER

Education

B.S. in Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm— we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest‑growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry‑leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to grow, we're focused on building a team of high‑performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what's possible. At Apex, you don't just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for an Environmental Engineer with hands‑on remediation experience who is ready to take ownership of complex soil and groundwater projects and grow alongside a national firm, supporting work based out of our southern California office.

What You'll Do

• Support and lead soil and groundwater remediation projects from field execution through reporting, working under the oversight of a senior Professional Engineer and in concert with our engineering and field technician team
• Oversee operation and maintenance (O&M) of remediation systems such as:
  • Groundwater extraction and treatment
  • Soil vapor extraction
  • Thermal oxidizers and related treatment technologies
• Support and assist with remedial system design, modifications, and performance evaluations and optimization
• Oversee field work to ensure compliance with work plans, permits, and project specifications
• Oversee compliance with applicable regulations (AQMD, SWPPP, WDR, hazardous materials/waste, etc.)
• Provide oversight and direction to field technicians supporting O&M activities; work in the field to troubleshoot and maximize remediation system uptime
• Analyze and interpret O&M and performance data to optimize system effectiveness
• Prepare technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience supporting or leading soil and groundwater remediation projects
• Experience with soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and air sampling
• Strong background in field data collection and technical report writing
• HAZWOPER certification
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• High proficiency with MS Office
• Excellent technical communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Field adeptness with a solid understanding of safe work practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with stormwater compliance and permitting
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Stormwater certifications

Annual Expected Pay Range: $75,000 - $95,000 USD

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