Environmental Engineer III

PEA Group; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PEA Group, ASTI division, is seeking an Environmental Engineer to perform environmental assessments, field sampling, data interpretation, and report preparation for redevelopment and remediation projects.

The role involves fieldwork across soils, groundwater, air, and vapor systems, with duties expanding with experience. A 40-hour HAZWOPER cert is required; EIT/PE is a plus, along with strong writing and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• EIT preferred; PE or progress toward PE is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• 3-6 years of related work experience required.
• Experience with field sampling, environmental compliance, or air quality assessments.
• Familiarity with vapor mitigation system design or remediation system design preferred.
• Knowledge of state environmental regulations (EGLE or similar).
• Strong data analysis, problem solving, and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, LogPlot, ModFlow, and other environmental data platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent fieldwork, including soil, groundwater, stormwater, soil gas, air, and dust sampling.
• Perform complex field sampling tasks with supervision, including vapor system installation and maintenance.
• Perform facility inspections/audits for environmental compliance and permitting.
• Draft environmental compliance reports, permitting documents, and regulatory submittals.
• Perform analyses related to air quality, emissions, and environmental controls.
• Assist with vapor mitigation system design for construction and redevelopment.
• Help develop remediation system concepts and designs as experience grows.
• Evaluate site conditions to support due diligence and redevelopment planning.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field sampling decisions with the project manager.
• Provide quality control checks on data tables, logs, and figures.
• Communicate sampling results and field progress to project managers.
• Support small proposal development and maintain certifications (e.g., HAZWOPER).
• Review Health and Safety Plans and ensure proper sample handling.

Skills

Field sampling

Environmental compliance

Air quality assessments

Data analysis

Technical writing

Project management

Quality control

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering / Civil Engineering

40-hour HAZWOPER certification

EIT preferred; PE or progress toward PE is a plus

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

LogPlot

ModFlow

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Environmental Engineer performs environmental assessments, field sampling, data interpretation, report preparation, and engineering activities to support environmental projects including due diligence, redevelopment, assessment, mitigation, and remediation projects. Responsibilities expand with experience and may include environmental site assessments, environmental compliance assessments, air quality evaluations, modeling and data interpretation, remediation planning and oversight, vapor mitigation system design, remediation system design, oversight of system installation, system operation and maintenance, and task management. This position is within ASTI, a division of PEA Group, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations while delivering accurate, high-quality, and defensible results for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent fieldwork, including soil, groundwater, stormwater, soil gas, air, and dust sampling.
• Perform complex field sampling tasks with supervision, including pressure field extension testing and remedial/vapor system installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Perform facility inspections/ audits for environmental compliance and permitting.
• Draft environmental compliance reports, permitting documents, and regulatory submittals.
• Perform engineering analyses related to air quality, emissions, and environmental controls for review.
• Assist with the design of vapor mitigation systems for new construction and redevelopment projects.
• Assist in the development of remediation system concepts and designs as experience grows.
• Evaluate site conditions and provide recommendations to support environmental due diligence and redevelopment planning.
• Coordinate subcontractors and make field-level sampling decisions in coordination with the project manager.
• Provide quality control checks on data tables, logs, and figures.
• Communicate with project managers on sampling results and field progress.
• Support small proposal development and maintain certifications (e.g., HAZWOPER).
• Review Health and Safety Plans.
• Observe all safety protocols and ensure proper sample handling and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Formal Education, Licenses and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• EIT preferred; PE or progress toward PE is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Knowledge And Experience

• 3-6 years of related work experience required.
• Experience with field sampling, environmental compliance, or air quality assessments.
• Familiarity with vapor mitigation system design or remediation system design preferred.
• Knowledge of state environmental regulations (EGLE or similar).
• Strong data analysis, problem solving, and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and environmental data interpretation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, LogPlot, ModFlow, and other environmental data platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and reporting.
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• Sound judgment in field safety, sampling, and data documentation.
• Adaptability to changing project conditions and ability to contribute to multiple service lines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a combination of office and field settings. Fieldwork may include soil, groundwater, stormwater, and soil gas sampling, inspections of construction sites, and coordination of subcontractors at various properties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or operate tools and sampling equipment, and reach with hands and arms. Work involves a combination of office and field environments. Fieldwork may require standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, climbing, or carrying equipment (up to 75 lbs). Exposure to varying weather, terrain, and environmental conditions is expected. Field conditions may include inclement weather, uneven terrain, and potential exposure to contaminated soils or hazardous materials.

Availability

This is a full-time position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility required to meet project deadlines or travel schedules.

Travel

Regular travel within Michigan and surrounding states for fieldwork, client meetings, and project coordination; occasional overnight travel as required.