Consulting Associate, Engineer

ERM•Charleston, WV

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At ERM, the Consulting Associate, Engineer contributes to environmental and engineering projects across the energy, manufacturing, mining, and chemical sectors. The role supports projects affecting energy, infrastructure, and natural-resource development and management, helping clients address environmental and engineering challenges, meet regulatory requirements, protect natural resources, improve infrastructure, and advance sustainability initiatives. The position supports work across Charleston, West Virginia; Southwest Virginia; and Southeastern Kentucky, with consideration for qualified candidates located anywhere in the United States. It is described as remote/hybrid, with flexibility in the work schedule and a combination of field-based and office-based project work. The role offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams and develop technical, field, and consulting skills. ERM describes itself as a global sustainability consultancy that partners with organizations to address sustainability challenges and environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues. Applicants are asked to submit a resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes and is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical, or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills for collaboration with project managers, technical teams, and clients.
Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle; duties include frequent travel to client locations across a large geographical area.
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or FE exam registration.
Internship or professional experience in civil or environmental engineering.
Familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil3D, GIS, or stormwater modeling software; training is available.
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate reports and engineering designs.

Responsibilities

Support environmental inspection and compliance activities for major energy infrastructure projects.
Contribute to civil and environmental engineering designs involving stormwater management, erosion control, and site remediation.
Collaborate with planners, scientists, biologists, engineers, project managers, technical teams, and clients to address project challenges and deliver technical solutions.
Support clients in navigating regulatory requirements and advancing environmental stewardship and sustainability goals.
Perform environmental inspections and support stormwater compliance activities during construction.
Assist with civil and environmental engineering design deliverables, including site plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and stormwater management plans.
Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and field documentation.
Participate in field-based and office-based project work across energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects.
Maintain health, safety, risk, and quality standards on project assignments.
Support delivery of projects that balance business objectives, environmental responsibility, and community impact.