Environmental Engineer I — Field & Permitting Focus

UES; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing, seeks an Environmental Engineer I to support environmental planning, design, and compliance on diverse projects. This entry-level role offers fieldwork, documentation, and collaboration with internal teams.

Under close supervision, you will assist with site assessments, permitting, sampling (soil, groundwater, air), and basic calculations while ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships included).
• Basic understanding of federal/state environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental site assessments, permitting, and compliance tasks
• Perform field environmental sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, air) and data collection
• Support preparation of technical work plans and reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation (e.g., NEPA-related documents, SWPPP, SPCC)
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses
• Coordinate with internal teams (civil, geotechnical, construction)
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and safety standards
• Maintain accurate field notes and project records
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Environmental awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

UES, a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing, seeks an Environmental Engineer I to support environmental planning, design, and compliance on diverse projects. This entry-level role offers fieldwork, documentation, and collaboration with internal teams.

Under close supervision, you will assist with site assessments, permitting, sampling (soil, groundwater, air), and basic calculations while ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and