Staff Environmental Scientist/Engineer 1

Haley & Aldrich; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist/Engineer 1 in the Hartford area to join a diverse project team. The role focuses on field investigations, data analysis, and technical reporting, with substantial travel to project sites.

You will work under senior staff on a range of client projects, gaining hands-on experience in environmental science and engineering while contributing to design, permitting, and data interpretation tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Engineering or related field.
• 0 to 5 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.
• Willingness to travel to project sites (~80%).
• Preferred: Master’s in Environmental Science/Engineering; familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS; OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER; environmental data analysis know-how.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using industry standard procedures.
• Perform or oversee remedial system O&M, remedial construction and field pilot studies.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation of field activities and data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use software to perform calculations and data evaluation.
• Support feasibility studies, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.
• Assist with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS tasks.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Reasoning

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Overview

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 Scientist/Engineer 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 Wethersfield, CT office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using approved industry standard procedures.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including quality control documentation and field testing tasks.
• Conduct or oversee remedial system O&M, remedial construction and field pilot study demonstrations.
• 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.
• Support project environmental data reduction and summarization.
• Support project feasibility study, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.
• Assist with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or GIS tasks.
• 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.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company\'s foundational safety behaviors.
• Travel to project work sites roughly 80% of the time, which can be variable based on current project workloads.

Skills and Experience

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, or related field.
• 0 to 5 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 your profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• 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:

• Master\'s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
• Familiar with environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position in Wethersfield, CT is $65,000 - $80,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges quarterly 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.

Note to external search firms: Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.

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Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Limited English Proficiency

Haley & Aldrich is 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.

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