Staff Geologist/ Scientist

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING & CONTRACTING INC; California (MO); On-site; USD 63,273 - 77,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life/Long Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

15 PTO Days

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm based in California is seeking a self-motivated entry-level geologist or environmental engineer to join their team in Orange. Responsibilities include field sampling, assisting with project management, and preparing engineering drawings. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Bachelor’s degree and have strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary starting at $70,304 with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 0 – 3 years environmental consulting experience is required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling and remedial equipment monitoring.
• Assist in preparation of engineering drawings and specifications.
• Support office project work and collaborate with project managers.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geology, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

EEC Environmental is seeking a self-motivated, entry-level geologist, environmental engineer, or other related discipline at our office in Orange, CA. The ideal candidate will be motivated to develop and build their personal knowledge and skills to assist with the growth and success of the office.

Excellent teamwork and organizational skills are required, attention to detail is critical for this position. A successful candidate will work alongside engineers and geologists on a variety of projects throughout the Southern California area.

We offer a friendly, professional atmosphere with excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Mainly local field work but some travel required.
• Complete field sampling and remedial equipment monitoring. Experience using hand tools and equipment maintenance a plus.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications and scopes of work for construction.
• Assist with cost estimating, report preparation and task management, as required by the project manager.
• Perform and check engineering calculations.
• Support the office project work and collaborate with Project Managers and staff to service clients and complete projects on time and on budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited university in geology, engineering, or other related field.
• 0 – 3 years environmental consulting experience.
• Capable of working in the field and managing subcontractors.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Project).
• Strong written and verbal communication with technical writing experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and ArcGIS a plus.
• Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• The Company encourages all of our engineers to work toward and obtain a PG or PE license. We will fully support their efforts to accomplish this, including; help with gaining the necessary experience, reimbursement of approved expenses and paid time off to take the exam.

Physical Demands

• Required to sit or stand at an office workstation, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Required to walk, stand & carry work related items, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Required to work on keyboard, using mouse while looking at computer screens/monitors, sometimes for extended periods of time

Job Type:Full-time, Salaried Position.

Compensation

$70,304+ (must meet minimum CA salary guidelines)

Benefits offered

• Medical
• Vision
• Life/Long Term Disability
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 15 PTO Days

Other

• Not a work-from-home position
• Office Hours generally 8am-5pm: Field hours variable
• Occasional nights, weekend and holiday work
• Frequent long field days
• Potential for working during inclement weather

EEC Environmental is an E-Verify Employer.

Our principals and senior management team bring more than a century of experience to each project, making EEC a leading national full-service firm, offering one-stop, turn-key solutions for projects of all sizes.

“EEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.”