Environmental Scientist

APTIM; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

APTIM is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist to support federal environmental investigation and remediation projects in California and beyond. You will work under project managers and collaborate with engineers, scientists, geologists, risk assessors, and health physicists to advance site investigations and remediation efforts.

The role emphasizes field data collection, data management, and preparation of work plans and proposals, with opportunities to apply AI tools and grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related discipline (completed or in progress).
• 0–2 years internship, research, or academic project experience involving environmental investigation, water or wastewater treatment, sustainability, or ecological conservation.
• Strong interest in environmental remediation, field investigations, treatment systems, and environmental compliance.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to learn field sampling methods, equipment operation, and environmental data collection procedures.
• Ability to perform essential field duties, including walking on uneven terrain, lifting and carrying field equipment, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear and use required PPE.
• Ability to travel to work sites, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work on federal contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection, documentation, and organization of field data to support project objectives.
• Contribute to the preparation of project work plans and deliverables.
• Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimates for proposal efforts.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and data-tracking tools.
• Assist in the management, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Identify and evaluate environmental risks and recommend remediation strategies to support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Adhere to established health and safety policies and procedures and execute work in a safe and conscientious manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn field methods

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science

Tools

AI tools (Copilot/ChatGPT)

Data visualization tools

Job description

APTIM is seeking a motivated entry-level Environmental Scientist to support our portfolio of federal environmental investigation and remediation projects. Projects commonly involve the investigation and remediation of sites with groundwater or soil impacted by chlorinated solvents, petroleum, radiological contaminants, or emerging compounds. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of project managers and partner with other engineers, scientists, geologists, risk assessors, and health physicists.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Assist with the collection, documentation, and organization of field data to support project objectives.
• Contribute to the preparation of project work plans and deliverables.
• Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimates for proposal efforts.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and data-tracking tools.
• Assist in the management, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Identify and evaluate environmental risks and recommend remediation strategies to support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Adhere to established health and safety policies and procedures and execute work in a safe and conscientious manner.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related scientific discipline (completed or in progress).
• Relevant internship, research, or academic project experience involving environmental investigation, water or wastewater treatment, sustainability, or ecological conservation (0-2 years).
• Strong interest in environmental remediation, field investigations, treatment systems, and environmental compliance.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to learn field sampling methods, equipment operation, and environmental data collection procedures.
• Ability to perform essential field duties, including walking on uneven terrain, lifting and carrying field equipment, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear and use required PPE.
• Ability to travel to work sites, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work on federal contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training.
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools) to support technical communication, analytical tasks, research, and efficient project execution. Upon hire, employees are expected to use these tools in accordance with approved company guidelines.

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What You Can Expect From APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $33.00 to $40.00 per hour Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Federal Services, llc is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Company paid and optional Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
• APTIM 401(k) Guide
• APTIM - Helpful Documents