Senior Environmental Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work culture

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm seeks an experienced Environmental Engineer for its Reston, Virginia office. This role focuses on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for complex projects in their Nuclear, Security, and Environmental division. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor’s degree and 8-10 years of experience. The position offers part-time telework flexibility with the requirement of three in-person workdays per week.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in environmental engineering, particularly in permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Specialized knowledge in environmental engineering processes and procedures.
• Must be a US citizen and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of environmental permit applications.
• Interpret engineering design documents for compliance.
• Coordinate with design engineers to integrate environmental constraints.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

Interpret engineering design documents

Atmospheric dispersion modeling

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Environmental analysis software

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Reston, VA

Requisition ID: 293112

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

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Job Summary

This position serves as an early senior-level Environmental Engineer specializing in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for complex infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects within the Nuclear, Security, and Environmental global business unit. The role is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating environmental permit applications and ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. In addition to permitting responsibilities, the position requires the ability to interpret engineering design documents, technical calculations, and environmental analyses (e.g., air dispersion modeling, hydrologic/hydraulic studies, and impact assessments) to verify compliance with applicable regulations and permit conditions. The candidate will apply environmental engineering principles to evaluate project impacts, support design development, and ensure constructability and regulatory alignment. The role provides technical guidance to Environmental Engineering personnel and collaborates closely with engineering disciplines, construction teams, Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H), and subcontractors to integrate permitting requirements into project planning, design specifications, and execution strategies. The position also interfaces with regulatory agencies and clients to support permitting strategies, resolve technical issues, and maintain compliance throughout the project lifecycle. "This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership."

Major Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, coordination, and submission of environmental permit applications (e.g., air, water, wetlands, waste, and land use permits) for major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Interpret engineering design documents, drawings, specifications, and calculations to assess environmental impacts and ensure compliance with permit requirements and regulatory standards.
• Review and evaluate technical analyses such as atmospheric dispersion modeling, stormwater management calculations, hydraulic/hydrologic studies, and environmental impact assessments to support permitting decisions.
• Coordinate with design engineers to integrate environmental constraints and permit conditions into project design, construction plans, and schedules.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, NEPA, and state/local equivalents) and ensure project compliance.
• Interface with regulatory agencies to support permit negotiations, respond to comments, and obtain approvals in a timely manner.
• Provide technical oversight and quality review of environmental reports, studies, and supporting documentation prepared by internal teams and subcontractors.
• Identify regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies to support project execution and compliance.
• Support environmental due diligence, feasibility studies, and permitting strategies during project development and proposal phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, construction, ES&H, and project controls) to ensure environmental requirements are fully integrated into project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance on permitting processes, regulatory interpretation, and environmental engineering analyses.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and industry best practices, and communicate impacts to project teams and management.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree (or international equivalent) in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related physical science discipline (e.g., geology, environmental science) and 8-10 years of relevant experience in environmental engineering, with a strong emphasis on permitting and regulatory compliance for infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized/advanced knowledge in a field of environmental/chemical engineering (e.g., atmospheric dispersion modeling, nuclear safety hazards analyses, meteorology).
• Knowledge of engineering/scientific systems, calculations, applications and relevant computer applications.
• Knowledge of NRC and DOE regulations pertaining to external hazards analyses.
• Knowledge of construction planning, estimating, procedures, and execution.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail].