Environmental Scientist – GIS & Utility Siting

United Grid Solutions in; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an Environmental Scientist (Biotech) to support utility projects by conducting environmental assessments, including stream and wetlands delineation, permitting, and habitat inventories. The role emphasizes GIS-driven analysis for siting electric transmission lines and substations.

The position involves preparing technical reports, coordinating regulatory permitting, and assisting with budgeting for environmental activities, while collaborating with diverse teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural sciences or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree preferred in biology or environmental sciences.
• 3–5 years in natural resources/ecological consulting.
• Certifications such as PWS/CPSS/CWB are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental and technical reports documenting findings.
• Provide regulatory and permitting support (NEPA/SEPA/USACE).
• Assist line and substation siting using environmental principles.
• Estimate and budget environmental activities and monitor costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

GIS mapping

Environmental assessments

Stream delineation

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural sciences

Master's degree in ecology/natural resource management

Tools

GIS software

GPS data collection

Job description

Pike Engineering is seeking an Environmental Scientist (Biotech) to support utility projects by conducting environmental assessments, including stream and wetlands delineation, permitting, and habitat inventories. The role emphasizes GIS-driven analysis for siting electric transmission lines and substations.

The position involves preparing technical reports, coordinating regulatory permitting, and assisting with budgeting for environmental activities, while collaborating with diverse teams to