Lead Sediment Remediation Engineer

Foth Careers; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Wisconsin is seeking a Lead Sediment Remediation Engineer. In this role, you will lead innovative cleanup projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field, licensing as a Professional Engineer, and significant experience in sediment remediation. This role may offer a salary range from $100,000 to $170,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Employee assistance program

Bonuses through Earned Performance Incentive

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years in contaminated sediment projects.
• Experience with full lifecycle sediment cleanups.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach junior engineers and scientists.
• Lead planning and execution of sediment remediation projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for sediment remediation projects.
• Design bank stability and erosion protection solutions.
• Develop sediment capping and dredge prism designs.

Skills

Mentoring and coaching

Sediment remediation project management

Client and regulator relationship management

Technical deliverable review

Public stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Civil 3D CAD

Job description

Foth is a 100% member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin. We have over 85 years of success, 700 members across 30 locations, and a reputation for solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Our collaborative, flexible work environment offers professional growth opportunities. Foth is hiring a Lead Sediment Remediation Engineer to drive innovative cleanup projects and mentor the next generation of engineers. You’ll work remotely from the Portland, OR area or from a Midwest Foth office with up to 10% travel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach junior engineers and scientists
• Lead planning and execution of Predesign investigation (PDI), Basis of Design Report (BODR), and 30/60/90/final remedial design phases
• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for sediment remediation projects
• Design bank stability and erosion protection solutions
• Develop sediment capping and dredge prism design for complex sites
• Prepare and provide senior review of technical deliverables — calculations, specs, drawings, and analyses
• Develop and oversee field sampling plans and execution
• Provide construction oversight as EOR
• Develop scopes and cost estimates for remedial alternatives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and regulatory agencies
• Stay current on sediment management regulations
• Contribute to business development and lead proposal efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 12 – 15 + years in contaminated sediment projects
• Experience with full lifecycle sediment cleanups

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering
• 15 + years in contaminated sediment remediation
• 10 + years with an engineering consulting firm
• Experience building client and regulator relationships
• Experience with leading stakeholder engagement and navigating public project perception
• Experience with Civil 3D CAD for sediment capping, dredging, and geotechnical design
• Experience managing detailed engineering plans/specs for capping, dredging, and dredged material handling
• Experience with hydrodynamic and cap flux modeling

$100,000 – $170,000 a year – base compensation varies based on experience, location, level of responsibility, and licenses/certifications. In addition to base compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, paid time off, and several other voluntary benefits.

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol‑Free Workplace Program Policy will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.