Entry-Level Environmental Engineer
About The Position
AECOM is looking for an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist position in our Franklin, TN office location. This position is expected to start in Spring/Summer 2026. We will also consider exceptional candidates in other AECOM locations in the Southeast United States. The successful candidate will work within an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment that provides career growth opportunities within AECOM’s Remediation Southeast Team. This position will consist of both in-person and virtual (telework) work environments and will include performing environmental contamination assessments, contamination remediation, plan reviews, and technical report writing. Our Remediation Southeast team primarily works on projects in Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
- Valid U.S Driver's License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review
- As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a drug screening.
- As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a medical screening.
- Willing to work in a hybrid work environment, with office presence for two days a week.
- Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
- Knowledge of CADD/GIS
- Willingness to travel, complete field work, and work extended hours, when necessary.
- Knowledge of Southeast States environmental regulations and setting.
Responsibilities
- Assist with limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer or scientist.
- Supports AECOM projects in the areas of contaminated sediments, soil and groundwater assessment and remediation, environmental compliance, regenerative remediation and sustainability.
- Collects and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures. Assist with field activities for data collection.
- Identifies discrepancies in results.
- Assist the senior staff with field oversight of remediation activities.
- Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with supervision.
Benefits
- AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
