Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Stormwater)

Terraphase Engineering Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering Inc. is seeking a Project Environmental Engineer / Scientist focused on industrial stormwater in Portland, OR.

The role covers complex consulting, regulatory compliance, and support for multiple clients across industrial, municipal, and construction sectors. The position emphasizes stormwater permitting and SWPPP development, field inspections, and on-site audits, with opportunities to mentor staff and manage small teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of multi‑media environmental compliance experience, including audits, permitting support, and developing regulatory plans (SWPPPs, SPCC, SOPs).
• Experience in stormwater and wastewater compliance and on-site client support.
• Strong writing, communication, and technical documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver stormwater program development and implementation for industrial, municipal, and construction clients.
• Manage hazardous waste and materials handling within compliance scope.
• Oversee wastewater compliance and development of regulatory reporting documents.
• Conduct on-site inspections and audits; support field and office work as needed.
• Review regulations, permits and guidance to ensure accurate regulatory application across projects.
• Coordinate tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.

Skills

Stormwater compliance

Regulatory interpretation

Project management

Field inspections

Client communication

MS 365

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Environmental Science

Chemistry

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Stormwater)

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a Project Environmental Engineer / Scientist with an emphasis on industrial stormwater in one of our Northwest offices (Portland or Tacoma).

The Project Environmental Engineer / Scientist will perform complex consulting assignments and support the management and execution of technical projects focused on day‑to‑day environmental regulatory compliance. This role serves industrial, municipal, and construction clients across a range of compliance programs, with a strong emphasis on stormwater.

Key subject areas

• Industrial, municipal, and construction stormwater
• Hazardous waste and materials
• Solid waste
• Wastewater
• Water quality

Responsibilities

• Delivering multimedia compliance services such as stormwater program development and implementation
• Hazardous waste and materials management
• Wastewater compliance
• On‑site compliance inspections and audits
• Routinely review and interpret regulations, permits, and agency guidance to support project needs and ensure accurate, up‑to‑date application of regulatory requirements
• Evaluate technical and regulatory issues and communicate findings and recommendations to internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Coordinate tasks, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize work across concurrent projects
• Perform field‑based work and office‑based work depending on project needs

The Role

• 4+ years of experience as an environmental professional, with a strong focus on stormwater compliance
• Direct experience in a consulting environment, supporting client needs and managing multiple active assignments
• Demonstrated fundamental project management skills, including scheduling, task tracking, and coordination with internal teams and clients
• Proven ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced consulting environment
• Willingness and ability to perform both field work and office work, including on‑site inspections, audits, and report preparation
• Experience with, or a strong interest in, multimedia environmental compliance services, including:
• Industrial stormwater and wastewater permitting and compliance
• Hazardous waste management
• Development of SWPCPs/SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, and other regulatory reporting documents
• Experience providing on‑site client support, including facility inspections and audits
• Experience working in, or supporting, process, manufacturing, and other industrial facilities as a consultant

Who You Are

• B.S. degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field
• 4+ years of multi‑media environmental compliance experience, including audits, permitting support, and developing regulatory plans (SWPPPs, SPCC, SOPs)
• Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks while maintaining high‑quality work
• Capable of performing field inspections and sampling (stormwater, soil, groundwater), identifying compliance issues in the field, and overseeing outside contractors and vendors
• Skilled at interpreting water quality and environmental regulations, including Oregon and Washington programs
• Experienced in stormwater and wastewater compliance, including preparing Water Quality Management Plans and supporting BMP implementation
• Strong writing, communication, critical‑thinking, and technical documentation abilities
• Competent in project coordination/management: planning, budgeting, scheduling, scoping, reporting, and leading small teams
• Experience collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients; able to work independently and mentor junior staff
• Proficient with Microsoft 365, with preferred experience in ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD
• Ability to travel regionally (up to ~1 week/month) and hold a valid U.S. driver’s license

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company‑sponsored events.

EEO Statement

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)