TEST - Staff Environmental Engineer

Haley & Aldrich; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich in Boston, MA is seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer to join a versatile team delivering field and office work on soil, groundwater, and surface water projects. You’ll conduct investigations, support remedial system operations, draft technical sections, and collaborate with senior engineers across disciplines to ensure project success.

The role blends field and office tasks, including data reduction, report writing, feasibility studies, and regulatory compliance, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction in performing tasks under senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow; strong work ethic, resourcefulness and ownership.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
• Able to travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc., using approved industry standard procedures.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including QA/QC documentation and field testing tasks.
• Conduct or oversee remedial system O&M 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.
• Perform project environmental data reduction and summarization.
• Perform project feasibility study, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.
• Assist with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and 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 tasks or project opportunities.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Are you looking to make the world a better place? At Haley & Aldrich, 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 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.
In this role, you will work independently to conduct field investigations and site assessments for soil, groundwater, and surface water projects. You will support remedial system operations, construction oversight, and technical evaluation assignments. The position offers a mix of field and office tasks, including data reduction, report writing, feasibility studies, and regulatory compliance responsibilities. You’ll also draft technical sections for communications and reports, and work alongside senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to contribute to project delivery, client satisfaction, and continuous professional development.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, you will:

• Independently 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 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.
• Perform project environmental data reduction and summarization.
• Perform project feasibility study, remedial design, cost estimating, and permitting tasks.
• Assist with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and 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 tasks or project opportunities.
• 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 or related field.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
• 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 Engineering or related field.
• Experience in environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air.
• Strong chemistry, geochemistry, and biology background and understanding.
• Specialized software applications, including groundwater modeling software.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.

The salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $115,000 - $130,000 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.