Senior Remediation Engineer (PE) – Groundwater & SVE Lead

UES; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UES in Topeka, KS is seeking a Senior Environmental Remediation Engineer (PE) to lead groundwater and soil remediation projects across the Midwest. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on design, pilot testing, and field oversight.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while delivering cost-effective solutions from initial evaluation to successful remediation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant AEC or consulting experience
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated technical writing and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design of groundwater and soil remediation systems.
• Design and evaluate Air Sparging (AS) and Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE) remediation systems.
• Develop and oversee AS/SVE pilot testing programs and interpret pilot test data.
• Prepare remedial design packages, specifications, calculations, and engineering drawings.
• Evaluate remedial alternatives and recommend practical, cost-effective treatment solutions.
• Provide technical expertise during remedial system installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot existing remediation systems and recommend performance improvements.
• Develop and implement OM&M programs for active remediation systems.
• Support construction oversight and quality assurance during remediation system installation.

Skills

Remediation design

Groundwater remediation

PFAS investigation

Pilot testing

Mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Job description

UES in Topeka, KS is seeking a Senior Environmental Remediation Engineer (PE) to lead groundwater and soil remediation projects across the Midwest. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on design, pilot testing, and field oversight.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while delivering cost-effective solutions from initial evaluation to successful remediation.