Rising Environmental Scientist/Engineer – Field & Remediation

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Reno, NV, is seeking an Early-Career Scientist or Engineer to apply academic knowledge to contaminated site assessment, groundwater management, and environmental due diligence.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, data analysis, and client-facing responsibilities in a dynamic consulting environment. The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, 2+ years of field experience, strong writing skills, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or related major (required).
• Advanced degree in same (preferred).
• 2+ years of field-related experience with sampling/drilling (preferred).
• Knowledge of environmental remediation regulatory requirements (preferred).
• Strong writing and communication skills (required).
• Willingness for regular field work and travel (required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation system O&M.
• Evaluate chemical data and contaminant fate & transport.
• Design and cost-estimate groundwater/soil remedies and implement solutions.
• Provide environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and permitting support.
• Perform aquifer testing and hydrogeologic data analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, letters, memos, plans, specs, and proposals.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Skills

Field sampling

Excellent writing

Data analysis

MS Word/Excel

AutoCAD

GIS

Driver license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Reno, NV, is seeking an Early-Career Scientist or Engineer to apply academic knowledge to contaminated site assessment, groundwater management, and environmental due diligence.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, data analysis, and client-facing responsibilities in a dynamic consulting environment. The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, 2+ years of field experience, strong writing skills, and willingness to travel.