STAFF ENGINEER / STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

broadbentinc; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Additional paid time off

Bonus program

Job summary

Broadbent & Associates, Inc. in Elko, Nevada is hiring a full-time Staff Engineer / Staff Environmental Scientist. This role involves supporting environmental projects and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with 0-2 years of experience. The position promotes a collaborative environment, ensuring timely project execution.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, 401(k) plan, and additional paid time off.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of environmental-related work experience.
• Ability to travel and work outdoors regardless of terrain.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental projects including water and wastewater monitoring.
• Conduct field work ensuring health and safety procedures.
• Provide data to Senior and Associate Scientists and prepare daily reports.

Skills

Environmental Science

Geology

Biology

Civil Engineering

Technical writing competency

Strong technical and computer skills

GIS experience

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving and research skills

Ability to work outdoors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Job description

STAFF ENGINEER / STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Broadbent & Associates, Inc. (Broadbent) of Elko, Nevada is looking to hire a full‑time Staff Engineer / Staff Environmental Scientist to work on a wide variety of environmental projects. This position earns a competitive salary, depending on experience, and is offered with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a bonus program, 100% medical insurance premium coverage, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick leave, additional paid time off, disability and life insurance, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly work environment in all offices.

ABOUT BROADBENT & ASSOCIATES, INC.

Founded in 1987, Broadbent is a full‑service environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States to the oil and gas industry, mining operations, agricultural companies, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long‑term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges, while delivering services in a time‑efficient and cost‑effective manner.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STAFF GEOLOGIST/SCIENTIST

Under the supervision of the Elko Office Manager, you will support a range of environmental projects including water and wastewater monitoring and operations; emergency response; Phase 1 environmental site assessments; soil and groundwater characterization; air sampling; remediation system operation and maintenance; lithologic logging and well construction monitoring; and biological surveys and water resources activities. You will conduct field work to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are followed. Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with local clientele and contractors, while also maintaining all administrative responsibilities. You will provide accurate data to our Senior and Associate Scientists and prepare daily reports, ensuring that clients are happy and all jobs are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• Zero to two years of environmental‑related work experience
• Ability to work outdoors, traverse moderate terrain and lift up to 50 pounds
• Technical writing competency
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Self‑starter, quick learner and effective communication skills
• Ability to travel
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• GIS experience a plus

Are you detail‑oriented? Do you have strong problem‑solving and research skills? Are you organized and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you energetic, self‑sufficient, and motivated? Are you collaborative and team‑oriented? If so, you might just be perfect for this Staff Geologist/Scientist position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full‑time Staff Engineer/Scientist position typically works Monday – Thursday, with some traveling and weekend work. Extended deployments for emergency response are possible for up to two‑to‑three weeks on a voluntary basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Broadbent is an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.