Remote-First Environmental Field Engineer/Geologist (Entry)

Society of Exploration Geophysicists; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Hanley Environmental in the Charlotte/Raleigh area seeks an early-career environmental consulting professional to join our growing team. This role involves supporting southeastern projects from office, remote, and site locations with a strong field component and regular travel.

Ideal background includes environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science; willingness to travel; and strong writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Experience in environmental consulting related to contaminated-site assessment and remediation is preferred.
• Interest in performing hands‑on field work and the ability to travel regularly, including overnight travel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with contaminated-site assessment and remediation practices.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong technical writing, data analysis, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and work in a small, growing firm environment.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to safely perform outdoor field work in varying site and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental site assessments and support remedial actions.
• Perform field work, including environmental sampling, data collection, site documentation, and construction quality assurance.
• Traveling regularly to project sites, primarily within the southeastern United States, and sometimes farther.
• Preparing technical reports, figures, data tables, and calculations.
• Coordinating with contractors, clients, laboratories, and vendors.
• Assisting with vapor intrusion mitigation system designs and participating in brownfield redevelopment projects.
• Supporting project management efforts from inception to completion while adhering to quality, timeline, and budget goals.
• Engaging with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders in a professional manner.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Data analysis

Organization

Field work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science

Job description

Hanley Environmental in the Charlotte/Raleigh area seeks an early-career environmental consulting professional to join our growing team. This role involves supporting southeastern projects from office, remote, and site locations with a strong field component and regular travel.

Ideal background includes environmental engineering, geology, or environmental science; willingness to travel; and strong writing and communication skills.