Staff Scientist- Natural Resources

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Staff Scientist to join its Natural Resources team in Arlington, VA. The role supports natural resource planning, assessment, and permitting for land development and infrastructure projects, collaborating with leadership on diverse efforts.

The ideal candidate holds a related bachelor’s degree and has GIS/AutoCAD experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Occasional field work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Planning.
• 0+ years of experience in natural resource assessment and permitting.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal land use permitting.
• Strong GIS and AutoCAD skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail with strong analytical and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Occasional field work and after-hours availability.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists with natural resource planning, assessment and permitting for projects.
• Performs resource and permitting compliance assessments and feasibility analyses.
• Prepares natural resource assessments and figures using GIS and AutoCAD.
• Uses reports, maps, drawings, and aerial photos to assess impacts on planning and design.
• Provides field inspection and resource identification services as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

GIS

Team collaboration

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Planning

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Staff Scientist to join its Natural Resources team in Arlington, VA. This individual will serve a key function in assisting with the natural resource planning, assessment and natural resource permitting of land development and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross‑functionally with top industry leadership on a variety of land development and infrastructure projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with the natural resource planning, assessment and permitting of land development and infrastructure projects;
• Performs natural resource and permitting compliance assessments, and determines the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected natural resource related data;
• Prepares natural resource assessments and figures using GIS and AutoCAD software;
• Effectively uses reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess natural resources and their impact on the planning and design of projects;
• Provides field inspection and natural resource identification services, as needed; and
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Planning;
• 0+ years of experience in natural resource assessment and permitting;
• Familiarity with current local, state, and federal land use permitting;
• Strong GIS and AutoCAD skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to occasionally participate in field work and work during evenings and/or weekends, when necessary;
• Occasional travel to project sites and/or client locations, as required; and
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full‑time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.