Environmental Scientist or Engineer

SCS Engineers; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

ESOP

401K with employer match

Annual bonus program

Student debt employer contribution

Job summary

SCS Engineers is seeking an energetic Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer for our Portland, Oregon office. The role blends office and field work, including environmental surveys, sampling, data recording and reporting. Opportunity to advance with Phase I/II ESAs and project design support.

Ideal candidates have a geology/environmental science or engineering background, 2+ years of experience, and a drive for professional growth in a collaborative, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of related experience; more than 5 years preferred.
• Progress towards professional licensing (GIT, EIT) preferred.
• Familiarity with water quality and environmental regulations is a plus.
• Experience with standard field equipment is preferred but not required.
• HAZWOPER training is preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented, team player with strong communication, writing, analytical and time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys, sampling and data collection across projects.
• Manage small projects or assist with larger projects as needed.
• Coordinate and perform field work for multiple projects and communicate with clients.
• Record and interpret field data and prepare supporting documentation.
• Oversee contractors for field activities ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with Phase I ESA and Phase II investigations.
• Support design efforts with senior staff as appropriate.
• Prepare reports and communicate project status to managers.
• Travel to field sites in Oregon/Washington as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Communication

Technical writing

Analytical

Organizational skills

Time management

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology/Environmental Science/Engineering

Progress towards professional licensing (GIT/EIT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Field equipment (multi-meters, pumps, controllers)

Job description

What we are looking for

SCS Engineers is looking for an energetic, forward-thinking Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer to join our Portland, Oregon office. You should be organized, embrace teamwork, and have the desire to grow professionally.

This position would be a hybrid of office and field-oriented technical work. Environmental surveys, sampling, and other field activities are an important basis for understanding the science and work underlying overall project work and opportunities for career growth.

How you can make an impact

• Ability to work safely and efficiently in both office and field.
• A mixture of office and field work expected; up to 20% field during the year; sometimes a week or more in the field for limited times during the year.
• Manage small projects, or assist with managing larger projects, based on previous experience.
• Coordinate, perform and/or manage field work for multiple projects.
• Communicate with clients for field work coordination.
• Sample multi-media: soil, soil vapor, groundwater, indoor air, methane, surface water, sediment, etc.
• Record data during field work, which could include, but not limited to, soil characteristics, groundwater and surface water data, photographs, and summaries of visual observations through photography and written field logs in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Evaluate and interpret data recorded during field work for reporting purposes and to help determine future project needs in coordination with the project manager.
• Complete quality control reviews of lab data and other work products.
• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Investigations following ASTM Standards, based on experience level.
• Design or provide design support for projects, in concert with senior engineering staff, based on experience level.
• Oversee contractors during field activities for regulatory and safety compliance.
• Report writing and preparation of supporting documentation including Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments and groundwater and stormwater compliance reporting.
• Field days at job sites throughout Oregon and Washington, or in other states, can be expected with this position.
• Communicate project status, schedules and compliance issues with project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field required.
• At least two years of related experience required; more than 5 years of experience preferred.
• Progress towards professional licensing (GIT, EIT) preferred, if applicable (geologists, engineers).
• Experience with standard field equipment (multi-meters, pumps, controllers, etc.) preferred but not required.
• HAZWOPER training completed and up to date preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with water quality, environmental regulations, and environmental assessment/remediation preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar software suites required.
• Detail-oriented and a team player with good communication, technical writing, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Valid driver's license with driving record in good standing required.

Pay Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.

SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do.

We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth.

As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Annual Bonus Program
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

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