Environmental Engineer - 2 years minimum experience

AECOM; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Engineer in the Washington area to support remediation and environmental projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will lead field operations, coordinate subcontractors, analyze data, and prepare technical reports while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adherence to budgets and schedules, and the ability to travel to project sites. AECOM offers broad benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check per policy.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Remediation system operation and maintenance.
• Serve as the task lead for environmental projects under the supervision of a Project Manager.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field/support staff.
• Provide project and task support including data analysis, report preparation, cost estimating, remedial action planning, and design support.
• Gather and correlate engineering data using established procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions using established methods and innovative approaches.
• Perform routine engineering assignments involving calculations and evaluations.
• Execute work within budgets and schedules with minimal supervision.
• Support environmental investigation and remediation projects throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
• Conduct field work to assist with remediation system operations, maintenance, monitoring, and sampling.

Skills

Field data analysis

Report writing

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Master's degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Work with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Remediation system operation and maintenance.
• Serve as the task lead for environmental projects working under the supervision of a Project Manager.
• Coordinate the efforts of subcontractors and field/support staff.
• Provide project and task support, including data analysis, report preparation, cost estimating, remedial action planning, and design support.
• Gather and correlate basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions to environmental challenges using established methods and innovative approaches.
• Perform routine engineering assignments involving calculations and technical evaluations.
• Execute work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules with minimal supervision.
• Support environmental investigation and remediation projects throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest region.
• Conduct field work to assist with remediation system operations, maintenance, monitoring, and environmental sampling activities.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable working in the field and traveling to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
• Valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Due to the nature of work and project sites, U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status is required. Sponsorship now or in the future is not available.

Preferred

• Experience with soil and groundwater remediation systems.
• Willingness to perform field work, including oversight of contractors and subcontractors.
• Strong technical report writing skills and the ability to develop engineering design specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other standard engineering software applications.
• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Four (4) years of relevant environmental consulting or engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Washington State or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire; Oregon P.E. registration is considered a plus.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and current 8-hour annual refresher.
• Positive attitude, strong communication skills, willingness to mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently and effectively communicate project status to project managers and clients.
• Ability to proactively engage with AECOM staff, subcontractors, clients, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Washington State Department of Ecology cleanup programs and guidance, including MTCA regulations; experience with Oregon DEQ and other Pacific Northwest regulatory frameworks is a plus.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds of field equipment with assistance.
• Ability to safely operate a full-size pickup truck and travel to project sites throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.