Environmental Engineer I - Field & Design for Site Projects

Hydrogeologic, Inc; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogeologic, Inc is seeking an Environmental Engineer I in Overland Park, KS to support EPA, USAF, and USACE projects across the Central U.S. Travel up to 50% is expected, with fieldwork and office duties in Overland Park.

The role involves environmental investigations, design and construction support, data analysis, and the use of AI-assisted tools to improve project delivery and documentation. A related engineering degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field related to Environmental Studies such as Civil Engineering with environmental focus, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and other applications.
• Possess or have ability to obtain OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification upon employment and be able to work in various levels of PPE including a respirator, if required.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing professional licensure e.g., Professional Engineer as experience requirements are met.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Learning Technical Concepts.
• Ensuring field operations are conducted in a safe manner in accordance with SSHP/HASPs.
• Participate as a member of field teams to conduct oversight of environmental construction activities or collect groundwater, soil, soil vapor, surface water and sediment samples utilizing various sampling techniques.
• Contributing to the preparation of work plans and project deliverables (e.g., UFP-QAPPs, Remedial Investigation Reports, SSHP/HASPs, PowerPoint presentations, and technical memoranda).
• Develop design calculations, data collection and analysis, conceptual site model development, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and development of maps and drawings.
• Review and develop of environmental designs, workplans, and specifications, and input on field modifications.
• Review and develop scopes of work and other components of an invitation to bid (ITB).
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical and visualization tools.
• Utilize approved digital and AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to support technical documentation, data analysis, project communications, and workflow efficiency.
• Potentially assisting with remedial system startup and commissioning and operations and maintenance (O&M) services.
• Potential for up to 50% travel within the U.S. will be associated with this position.

Skills

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

HAZWOPER certification

Learning new technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (environmental focus)

Master’s degree in engineering (preferred)

EIT or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

AutoCAD

Generative AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude)

Job description

Hydrogeologic, Inc is seeking an Environmental Engineer I in Overland Park, KS to support EPA, USAF, and USACE projects across the Central U.S. Travel up to 50% is expected, with fieldwork and office duties in Overland Park.

The role involves environmental investigations, design and construction support, data analysis, and the use of AI-assisted tools to improve project delivery and documentation. A related engineering degree is required.