Environmental Scientist — Field Studies, Permitting & GIS

Burns & McDonnell; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist to assist with environmental and siting studies, permitting applications, and data analysis for renewable projects, transmission routes, power generation, and water facilities.

The role includes field visits, reports, GIS-based map production, and NEPA documentation support, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. Detroit, MI area preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field with 4+ years' experience or Master’s with 3+ years.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Clear verbal and written communication of technical information.
• Working knowledge of environmental site assessment methods and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in environmental and siting studies and permitting applications.
• Support field surveys, site visits, data collection, and data analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, photologs, and environmental field studies.
• Utilize GIS data for map production and compliance with standards.
• Support NEPA documentation and environmental compliance audits.
• Ensure safety policies are followed and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Office proficiency

GIS / ArcGIS knowledge

Driver's license

GPA 3.0 minimum

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS/field data collection

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist to assist with environmental and siting studies, permitting applications, and data analysis for renewable projects, transmission routes, power generation, and water facilities.

The role includes field visits, reports, GIS-based map production, and NEPA documentation support, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. Detroit, MI area preferred.