Environmental Scientist

KERAMIDA Inc.; Carnegie (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Keramida Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to support field and office work on wetlands and streams, environmental permitting, and natural resource assessments. You will gain hands-on experience under senior scientists and project managers on multidisciplinary projects.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, eagerness to learn regulatory frameworks, field methods, and safety and quality. This position may involve travel to project sites and field measurements as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience; internships, field coursework, or lab experience considered
• Basic understanding of wetland delineation methodology and Clean Water Act regulations preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS/GPS software (e.g., ArcGIS, Trimble) a plus
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a project team

Responsibilities

• Assist with wetland and stream delineations in accordance with USACE and applicable state methodologies
• Support field data collection, including soil sampling, vegetation identification, and hydrology indicators
• Assist with environmental site assessments, habitat assessments, and threatened & endangered species surveys as needed
• Operate GPS/GNSS equipment and support GIS mapping for project data collection
• Record accurate, complete field notes, photographs, and data logs
• Support crew adherence to safety protocols, including PPE requirements and site-specific hazards
• Assist in preparing permit applications, delineation reports, and supporting technical documentation
• Conduct research on applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act Sections 401/404)
• Support senior scientists with agency coordination, correspondence, and submittal tracking
• Assist with GIS mapping, data management, and quality review of project deliverables
• Support project managers with scheduling, task tracking, and deliverable timelines
• Communicate professionally with clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors as directed
• Complete timely and accurate time and expense reporting

Skills

Field data

GIS/GPS

MS Office

ArcGIS

GPS

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Trimble GPS

Excel

Job description

The Entry-Level Environmental Scientist supports field and office efforts related to wetland and stream delineations, environmental permitting, and natural resource assessments. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with regulatory compliance, field data collection, and technical report preparation while working alongside senior scientists and project managers on multidisciplinary environmental projects.

This role requires strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn regulatory frameworks and field methodologies, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Field & Technical Support

• Assist with wetland and stream delineations in accordance with USACE and applicable state methodologies
• Support field data collection, including soil sampling, vegetation identification, and hydrology indicators
• Assist with environmental site assessments, habitat assessments, and threatened & endangered species surveys as needed
• Operate GPS/GNSS equipment and support GIS mapping for project data collection
• Record accurate, complete field notes, photographs, and data logs
• Support crew adherence to safety protocols, including PPE requirements and site-specific hazards

Regulatory & Report Support

• Assist in preparing permit applications, delineation reports, and supporting technical documentation
• Conduct research on applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act Sections 401/404)
• Support senior scientists with agency coordination, correspondence, and submittal tracking
• Assist with GIS mapping, data management, and quality review of project deliverables

Project & Client Coordination

• Support project managers with scheduling, task tracking, and deliverable timelines
• Communicate professionally with clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors as directed
• Complete timely and accurate time and expense reporting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field
• 0-2 years of relevant experience; internships, field coursework, or lab experience considered
• Basic understanding of wetland delineation methodology and Clean Water Act regulations preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS/GPS software (e.g., ArcGIS, Trimble) a plus
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a project team

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to navigate rough terrain, wetlands, and remote or undeveloped sites
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Combination of fieldwork and office-based report writing and data processing