Environmental Engineer I/II/III/Sr - ASL

ASL; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 74,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with 3% match

Paid time off (PTO)

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

ASL in Fairbanks, AK is seeking an environmental engineer to lead and execute field characterization, monitoring and remediation projects. The role involves periodic travel, intense field activity, and collaboration with project managers on planning and reporting.

Level I–Senior positions require handling samples, site visits, and design/operation of treatment systems, with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and client communication. Excellent knowledge of environmental laws is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with preference for civil, environmental, chemical, or geotechnical.
• Proven ability to interpret field data and prepare technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation field assessments safely.
• Travel by air, vehicle, and watercraft to site visits and meetings as required.
• Design, install, and operate remediation and treatment systems such as AV/VOC extraction equipment.
• Document field operations with clear notes, photos, and daily reports; communicate with managers.
• Oversee subcontractors, ensure safety, and align work with plans and budget.
• Assist or lead preparation of proposals, planning documents, and reports.
• Author and review technical work plans and field reports.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: ENVIR002044

• Posted : July 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

Description

Summary:

The position requires a dynamic individual with an engineering background, the ability to work flexible hours (but primarily Monday through Friday), and a willingness to travel periodically. The position will be extremely active and will include a variety of field assignments related to contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation, and office work, such as preparation of planning and reporting documents. Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations is required for higher-level position grades. The overall position requires an individual who is looking to advance their career and would like to be involved with a diversity of assignments including, but not limited to, sampling groundwater, soil, sediment, surface water, and air for environmental contaminants; gathering and recording environmental data; oversight of groundwater monitoring well installation; design and operation of remediation and treatment systems; use of global positioning systems; tabulating data; and preparing work plans and field reports.

Annual salary ranges per level:

Level I: $74,498 - $90,888

Level II: $86,189 - $106,012

Level III: $99,720 - $123,652

Level Sr: $124,117 - $155,766

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation field assessments safely and in accordance with work plans.
• Traveling in aircraft (jets, small planes, and helicopters), motor vehicles, ATVs, and/or watercraft to perform fieldwork, site visits, or meetings
• Field screening and sampling for contaminants and environmental parameters in a variety of media in accordance with standard operating procedures, guidance, and regulations.
• Designing, installing, and operating remediation and treatment systems such as air sparge systems, soil vapor extraction systems, and water treatment systems.
• Documenting field operations, including personnel onsite, equipment on site, weather, environmental data, and operational data, using photography, neat and legible handwritten fieldnotes and forms, and tablets. Communicate with project managers via phone, email, and daily reports.
• Examining and inspecting work progress, equipment, and job sites to verify safety and to ensure that project specifications are met.
• Scheduling and overseeing subcontractors.
• Adhering to schedule and financial objectives as specified by project managers.
• Assisting or leading the preparation of proposals, planning documents, and reports.
• Authoring and reviewing technical documents such as work plans and reports.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

Level Specific Responsibilities:

Level - I

• Provide project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on assigned tasks
• Execute assigned tasks in accordance with work plans and direction from higher-level staff
• Acquire and/or develop an area of technical expertise
• Engage program and project managers for task assignments
• Communicate work schedules to program and project managers
• 40% - 60% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Level - II

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 1-2 areas of technical expertise
• Lead teams performing project tasks, both in the office and field locations
• Execute technical projects and prepare documents, perform peer review of project documents
• Assist with task orders and project proposals
• Provide technical mentoring
• Communicate work schedules to program and project managers
• 30% - 50% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Level - III

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 2 areas of technical expertise
• Lead teams performing project tasks, both in the office and field locations
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, and peer review project documents
• Assist with task orders and project proposals
• Provide project staffing and technical mentoring
• Manage smaller projects involving site characterization, long-term monitoring, and similar tasks
• 20% - 40% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Level - Senior

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 2-3 areas of technical expertise
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, senior review of project documents
• Prepare task orders and project proposals
• Provide project staffing and technical mentoring
• Manage projects involving site characterization, long-term monitoring, and similar tasks
• 10% - 25% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Minimum Qualifications:

All levels:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, with a preference for civil, environmental, chemical, or geotechnical
• Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record, able to drive a company vehicle
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Online
• Adept at explaining technical aspects of fieldwork to internal and external clients verbally and in writing

Level - I

• Zero (0) to Three (3) years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - II

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - III

• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - Senior

• Eight (8) or more years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in other programs such as Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, GIS, databases, and environmental modeling programs
• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER
• 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
• CPR/1 st Aid/AED Certified
• Experience working on projects for USACE, AFCEC, and other DoD/Federal clients
• Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures

Core Competencies:

• Technical Writing – Ability to prepare technical communications, plans, and reports with minimal editing and corrections.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her drive or initiative.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others in written form, including emails and reports.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Goal-Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Confidentiality - Ability to preserve confidential information.

Shareholder Preference:

• Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.
• May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components.
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (at close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 to 5:00 or as business/operational needs dictate

Qualifications

Skills

Required

MS Office

Intermediate

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering.

Experience

Required

• All levels: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, with a preference for civil, environmental, chemical, or geotechnical
• US Citizen
• Level - I: Zero (0) to Three (3) years of relevant professional working experience
• Level - II: Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant professional working experience
• Level - III: Five (5) to Seven (7) years of relevant working experience
• Level - Senior: Eight (8) or more years of relevant working experience
• Professional Engineer Registration in Alaska

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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