Environmental Remediation Engineer in Buford

Energy Jobline ZR; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (25 days)

Professional development budget

P.E. license maintenance support

Project vehicle for site visits

Flexible schedule with some remote/off

Job summary

Quanterra Environmental Consulting seeks an experienced Environmental Remediation Engineer to lead subsurface characterization, remedial design, and oversight for contaminated sites across the Powder River Basin and surrounding regions.

You'll manage multi-million-dollar CERCLA and RCRA projects, interface with EPA and state regulators, and direct field investigations and remedial construction, with a strong focus on hydrogeology and remediation technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or Geology (or 5+ years if B.S. in related field)
• P.E. license in Civil, Environmental, or Geological Engineering (Wyoming reciprocity within 6 months)
• 8+ years of direct environmental remediation experience; CERCLA/RCRA project leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead subsurface characterization including soil/groundwater sampling and well installation
• Design and implement remedial actions; select remediation technologies
• Develop RI/FS/RD/RA plans compliant with CERCLA and RCRA regulations
• Conduct groundwater and vapor intrusion modeling using FEFLOW, COMSOL, MODFLOW
• Direct field investigations and remedial construction; manage contractors
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory presentations
• Manage project budgets ($500K–$5M+) and timelines with stakeholders

Skills

Environmental remediation

Project management

Regulatory liaison

Groundwater modeling

CERCLA/RCRA experience

Education

Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Geology

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Certified Hydrogeologist (CHg) or CEP

Tools

FEFLOW

COMSOL

MODFLOW

ArcGIS

Primavera P6 / MS Project

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

About this role

Quanterra Environmental Consulting seeks an experienced Environmental Remediation Engineer to lead subsurface characterization, remedial design, and remediation oversight for contaminated sites across the Powder River Basin and surrounding regions. You'll manage complex CERCLA and RCRA projects, interface with EPA and state regulators, direct field investigations, and oversee remedial construction. This role requires strong technical foundation in hydrogeology, contaminant transport, and remedial technologies, with proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar projects and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead subsurface characterization studies including soil/groundwater sampling, well installation, and contaminant delineation
• Design and implement remedial action programs; select and justify remediation technologies (in-situ, ex-situ, monitored natural attenuation)
• Develop Remedial Investigations (RI), Feasibility Studies (FS), Remedial Design (RD), and Remedial Action Plans compliant with CERCLA and RCRA regulations
• Conduct groundwater and vapor intrusion modeling using FEFLOW, COMSOL, or equivalent finite element software
• Direct field investigations and remedial construction activities; manage drilling contractors and environmental consultants
• Prepare technical reports, regulatory correspondence, and regulatory agency presentations
• Manage project budgets ($500K–$5M+) and timelines; coordinate with site managers, regulatory agencies, and legal counsel

Absolute requirements (non-negotiable)

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensein Civil, Environmental, or Geological Engineering; Wyoming P.E. or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months
• Minimum 8 yearsof direct experience in environmental remediation, site assessment, or contaminant hydrogeology
• Proven experience with CERCLA/RCRA remediation projects— must have led RI/FS/RD efforts from start to finish
• Master's degreein Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or Geology (or equivalent 5+ years experience if B.S. in related field)
• Advanced proficiency in groundwater modeling software(FEFLOW, COMSOL, MODFLOW, or equivalent); experience with vapor intrusion modeling
• Demonstrated regulatory interface experience— direct experience presenting to EPA, state agencies, or Potentially Responsible Parties

qualifications

• Certified Hydrogeologist (CHg) or Environmental Professional (CEP) certification
• Experience with in-situ remediation technologies (air sparging, soil vapor extraction, pump-and-treat, thermal remediation)
• Hands-on experience directing drill rigs and well installations; familiarity with drilling methods (rotary, cable-tool, direct-push)
• GIS and data management experience (ArcGIS, Leica Geosystems); groundwater database design
• Experience with Powder River Basin geology, stratigraphic framework, and regional hydrogeology
• Background in petroleum or mining-related contamination and legacy site remediation
• Project management software proficiency (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar)

Technical competencies

• Contaminant transport and fate modeling
• Fate and transport of DNAPL, LNAPL, chlorinated solvents, petroleum hydrocarbons, and inorganic contaminants
• Groundwater flow and solute transport theory
• Risk assessment and risk-based corrective action (RBCA)
• Vapor intrusion assessment and mitigation design
• Hydrogeologic characterization and conceptual site models
• Statistical analysis and data quality validation

What we offer

• Salary $95K–$135K based on experience and credentials
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid time off (25 days) and professional development budget ($3,000/year)
• P.E. license maintenance and continuing education support
• Project vehicle for site visits and field work
• Flexible schedule and remote work options (2–3 days/week in office)