Entry Level Environmental Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. • Oak Brook, IL

16d • $66,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Entry Level
Environmental Engineer with 1-2 years of consulting experience to support our
growing environmental due diligence, site investigation and remediation, and
regulatory compliance and permitting practice in our Oak Brook, Illinois,
office. The successful candidate will have a solid educational background and
must be self-motivated with a professional attitude.

As an Entry Level Environmental Engineer, you will work on a fast-paced team of
Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals. You will perform
extensive fieldwork and gain experience in field documentation with drilling
teams, soil/groundwater/soil vapor sampling, monitoring well installations,
remediation/construction field documentation, and environmental regulatory
compliance and permitting projects. Our close-knit culture here at GZA will
allow you to grow professionally. You will be mentored by seasoned
professionals, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and
ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment. GZA emphasizes
a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to
assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities.

Between field work projects, you will work in a professional office setting,
preparing detailed and accurate field documentation, data analysis, and
reporting. In addition, you may be exposed to our Water Quality, Ecological
Services, and Geotechnical practices in our Oak Brook and Chicago offices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field (Master’s Degree a plus)
• 1-2 years of related environmental engineering experience
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
• Perform technical execution of projects under the supervision of project managers
• Ability to follow directions, and work independently or in a team setting
• Strong communication skills, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office suite
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and some evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel locally and regionally
• A valid driver’s license in good standing

Nice To Haves

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and FE/EIT certification a plus
• Database, CADD, or ArcGIS a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform extensive fieldwork and gain experience in field documentation with drilling teams, soil/groundwater/soil vapor sampling, monitoring well installations, remediation/construction field documentation, and environmental regulatory compliance and permitting projects.
• Preparing detailed and accurate field documentation, data analysis, and reporting.

Benefits

• Professional development and a focus on continued education and learning (including tuition reimbursement).
• Opportunity to work in a wide range of engineering, manufacturing, and industrial environments.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
• Mentorship from experts in the industry.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees