Staff Environmental Engineer 1

Haley & Aldrich Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist to join a growing team of specialists on diverse projects for a wide range of clients.

This full-time position offers hands-on field and office work in a collaborative environment. The role emphasizes site characterization, field investigations, data evaluation, and technical reporting, with opportunities to contribute to proposals and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 0 to 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction under senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Familiar with environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work with sampling equipment in the field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Able to meet physical requirements and travel to locations that may require overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc.
• Support site characterization using field data and monitoring results.
• Perform basic construction observation, quality control documentation, and field testing.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation in the field and during data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use software to perform calculations and evaluations.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
• Assist with development of technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposals.
• Assist with collection, documentation, and organization of field data per plans.
• Follow health and safety protocols and demonstrate safety behaviors.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Problem solving

Field sampling equipment

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science / Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Boston, MA office.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, you will:

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using approved industry standard procedures.
• Use the results of field investigations such as subsurface explorations, monitoring well construction, field sampling and other work to support site characterization.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including quality control documentation and field testing tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed documentation of activities both in the field and during data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use computer software to perform calculations and evaluation of information.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
• Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposal efforts on small- to medium-sized project opportunities.
• Assist with the collection, documentation, and organization of field data in accordance with project specific plans.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 0 to 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction in performing tasks and assignments under the direction of senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow in their profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• Familiar with environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air.
• Strong problem-solving skills and aptitude to work with sampling equipment in the field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable/sloping sites and landscapes, work outside in a range of weather conditions, and have the stamina for moderate physical activity for the majority of field working hours.
• Able to travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.

Preferred Skills

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.

The salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $60,000- $80,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.