Staff Environmental Engineer/Geologist 1

Haley & Aldrich; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer/Geologist 1 to support environmental projects with site assessment, data collection, and interpretation. The role involves at least 50% fieldwork and frequent travel, contributing to projects for clients in industrial, energy, and real estate markets.

Opportunities for growth along technical-specialist or project-management paths exist in a dynamic, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geoscience, Environmental Engineering, 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 supervision of senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow, 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: lift 50 lbs., traverse rough terrain, outdoor conditions.
• Able to travel to work locations with overnight stays.
• Able and willing to perform fieldwork at least 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using approved industry standard procedures.
• Use field results to support site characterization including subsurface explorations and monitoring well data.
• Conduct basic construction observation with QC documentation and field testing tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation in the field and during data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use computer software to perform calculations and evaluate information.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
• Assist with scope of work development and cost estimating for proposals on small- to medium-sized projects.
• Assist with collection, documentation, and organization of field data per project plans.
• Perform work in accordance with health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate foundational safety behaviors.
• Conduct or oversee remedial system O&M and field pilot studies.
• Support project environmental data reduction and summarization.
• Support feasibility studies, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Data reduction

Problem solving

MS Office

Fieldwork capability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelors degree (Geology/Geoscience/Environmental Engineering)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staff Environmental Engineer/Geologist 1

2 Locations Available | req2120

Job available in these locations:

• Greenville, SC, United States
• Charlotte, NC, United States

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you'll tackle clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments and, in turn, build stronger communities. You'll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well‑being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer/Geologist 1 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 Greenville, SC or Charlotte, NC office.

In this role, you will support environmental projects involving site assessment, characterization, environmental data collection and interpretation, and remediation. You will work on projects for clients in the industrial and manufacturing, energy, and real estate markets. This position involves at least 50% fieldwork and frequent overnight travel, providing opportunities to develop hands‑on investigation, sampling, documentation, and problem‑solving skills. You will collaborate with experienced professionals and multidisciplinary project teams while building a strong foundation for career growth along either a technical‑specialist or project‑management path.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Conduct or oversee remedial system O&M and field pilot study demonstrations.
• Support project environmental data reduction and summarization.
• Support project feasibility study, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geoscience, Environmental Engineering, 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.
• Able and willing to perform fieldwork at least 50% of the time, with frequent overnight travel.

Preferred Skills

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.

The salary range for this position in Greenville, SC and Charlotte, NC is $55,000 - $68,000 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.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES AND LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

Haley & Aldrich, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans´ Readjustment Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and pursuant to Executive Order 13166, applicants with disabilities or limited English proficiency that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 1-617-886-7400 for assistance.