Mid-Level Environmental Specialist

SOCOTEC US; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentoring role

Career growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking an Environmental Specialist to manage environmental projects and ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes leadership, permitting, and stakeholder engagement across environmental assessments, EIA, and site remediation.

The candidate will perform fieldwork, oversee data collection, and mentor junior staff while contributing to business development. A strong background in environmental science/engineering and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant environmental experience, preferably in consulting, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental field; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental projects from planning through execution and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (EPA, NEPA, CEQA, RCRA, CERCLA).
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory filings.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in business development activities.
• Oversee fieldwork and subcontractor oversight; collect and analyze air, water, and soil samples.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Science/Engineering/Geology

Tools

CADD software

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a growing multidisciplinary professional firm providing engineering design, environmental, and surveying services to public and private sector clients. Following our recent acquisition by SOCOTEC, AEG is experiencing significant growth and expanding its service capabilities. SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects. SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

The position will manage simple to complex environmental projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic environmental planning with a strong background in environmental science, engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership in environmental assessments, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. Preferred experience includes but not limited to permitting, wetland delineations, stormwater evaluations, hazardous materials assessments, and CADD drafting.

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Project management, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Manage environmental projects, including wetland delineations, permitting, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Phase I & II ESAs, site remediation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Interact and communicate effectively with fellow team members, clients, and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, NEPA, CEQA, RCRA, CERCLA).
• Draft figures and site plans via CADD software.
• Perform environmental fieldwork including oversight of subcontractor(s).
• Oversee data collection, sampling, and analysis for air, water, and soil quality.
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory filings.
• Mentor and train junior staff, as appropriate.
• Stay current with changes in environmental laws, policies, and best practices.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities, writing proposals, and contributing to project bids.
• Carry out job functions safely and in accordance with a Health and Safety Plan and/or industry standards.
• Respond to inquiries and/or complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a culturally and ethnically diverse workforce.
• Ability to read and understand civil engineering plans, maps, and specifications.
• Perform mathematics such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry used in field survey analysis.
• Ability to explain, interpret, and teach policies, technical concepts, and designs.
• Proficient with environmental modeling tools and computer software (GIS, field data processing, Microsoft Office Suite, or related software).
• Manage projects and work with marketing staff to write proposals, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree – Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related field (Master’s Degree is preferred)

Experience/Training

• 7+ years of relevant environmental experience, preferably in consulting, energy, or industrial sectors is preferred.

Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations

• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification preferred.
• Professional certification (e.g., PE, PG, CHMM, QEP) is preferred.

Physical Demands of Job

In accordance with OSHA and other federal workplace regulations, an Environmental Specialist is expected to complete the following duties:

1. In a standard workday, ranging from 8-12 hours in length, this job requires a combination of the physical ability to: Sit/stand up to 8 hours; Walk up to 4 hours; and Roundtrip travel up to 6 hours.
2. Physical actions may include fieldwork using hands, arms, bending, squatting, and reaching consisting of: LIFT or CARRY and PUSH or PULL up to 50 pounds.

This Job Description is designed to accurately reflect job duties. However, the above information may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Reasonable accommodation(s) that do not cause an undue hardship on the Company will be considered as required by local, state, or federal law.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• QA oversight and mentoring role within a growing and expanding organization.
• Opportunity to help build and expand a environmental practice.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment
• Professional growth and long-term career advancement

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time, in office, primarily

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.