Geologist

Penn E&R; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and bonuses

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Strong field and office safety culture

Local roots with regional impact

Job summary

Penn E&R is seeking a motivated Geologist to support environmental investigation and remediation projects in the Pittsburgh area. The role blends fieldwork, data analysis, and technical report preparation while working with multidisciplinary teams to meet regulatory and client objectives.

The position emphasizes independent and collaborative work, with opportunities to contribute to environmental solutions and safety-focused project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong report writing and data interpretation skills.
• Experience performing investigatory fieldwork.
• Familiarity with GIS, geological modeling software, or related tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate geological and environmental field investigations.
• Analyze geological and environmental data and interpret findings.
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate project status and findings to clients, regulators, and internal teams.

Skills

Geology

Field investigations

Data interpretation

Report writing

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

GIS

Geological modeling software

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!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geologist to support environmental investigation and remediation projects. The position combines field investigations, data analysis, and technical report preparation. The successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate geological conditions, support regulatory compliance, and deliver environmental solutions for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and coordinate geological and environmental field investigations.
• Analyze geological and environmental data and interpret findings.
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate project status and findings to clients, regulators, and internal teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, or a related field
• 2-5 years of relevant professional experience
• Strong report writing and data interpretation skills.
• Experience performing investigatory fieldwork.
• Familiarity with GIS, geological modeling software, or related tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional Geologist-in-Training
• Experience in environmental, mining, or geotechnical projects (depending on company focus)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

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
• 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.