Environmental Scientist

Penn Color, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off & flexible scheduling

Field and office safety focus

Local roots with regional impact

Job summary

Penn Environmental & Remediation, Inc. seeks an Environmental Scientist to perform field work, wetland delineations, and habitat assessments from our Pittsburgh, PA office.

The role supports siting and permitting for energy and infrastructure projects and requires familiarity with environmental laws and regulations. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in environmental consulting, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel within Pennsylvania up to 20-30%.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in environmental studies, planning, natural resources, engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience within environmental consulting/regulatory field.
• Experience in wetland delineation and field work (WPIT/PWS certification desirable).
• Client-oriented, highly motivated, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work including wetland delineations and habitat assessments.
• Participate in energy planning/routing/siting studies.
• Prepare survey reports and permit applications for federal/state environmental permits.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Ensure timely completion of high-quality work.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA in environmental studies or related field

Tools

WPIT or PWS certification

Job description

Job Description

At Penn E&R, we empower professionals to create lasting, positive impact through environmental remediation, civil engineering design, and regulatory guidance that protect ecosystems, restore land, and improve infrastructure. Whether you’re cleaning up a former industrial site or designing a stormwater management system for a new development, your work here contributes to a safer, more sustainable world.

Bring your creativity, resourcefulness, and drive to Penn E&R, where every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and lead. Ready to take on what’s next? Let’s make it happen together!

Penn Environmental & Remediation, Inc. has an immediate opening for an Environmental Scientist to work out of our Pittsburgh, PA office. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting environmental analysis and performing field work related to wetland and stream delineation, habitat assessments, and evaluation of environmental impacts associated with project development. Various tasks include supporting the siting and permitting of renewable, utility, energy, and infrastructure projects, including pipelines and related facilities, transmission lines, substations, and renewable energy projects.

The ideal candidate must have practical knowledge or experience with environmental laws and regulations, which are the framework for the development of energy infrastructure development. Knowledge or experience with permit applications, wetland and stream impacts, rare, threatened and endangered species consultation, land use, overhead and underground utility construction methodologies, water quality and stormwater management specific to energy and land development projects is desired. The position offers great potential for professional growth in a collaborative work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field work consisting of wetland delineations and habitat assessments.
• Participate in linear energy planning/routing/siting studies.
• Write survey reports and prepare permit applications for federal and/or state environmental permits, including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 and Section 10, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Chapters 102 and 105, and rare, threatened, and endangered species coordination.
• Coordinate with and attend meetings with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work.

Talent is the essence of meeting our client’s objectives, goals, and challenges. If this sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to have that first discussion of you joining our team.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA in environmental studies, planning, natural resources, engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience within the environmental consulting and/or regulatory field.
• Prior wetland delineation and field work experience, with, or ability to obtain WPIT or PWS certification.
• Highly motivated with a client-oriented focus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks concurrently, work in a team environment with inter-disciplinary professionals, and problem solve and think creatively.
• Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills.
• An advanced understanding or existing experience in the environmental analyses principals associated with the siting and permitting facilities.
• Willingness to travel (primarily within Pennsylvania) 20-30% of time
• Exercise responsible, safe, and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to policies and procedures.

We know that great work happens when people feel supported both on and off the job. That’s why we offer balance and benefits that support you.

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible
• A strong commitment to field and office safety
• A stable, growing company with local roots and regional impact

Penn E&R, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.