Entry Level Environmental Scientist

VHB • Watertown, MA

2d • $64,000 - $73,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s Site Investigation & Remediation team is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Environmental Engineer to join its Watertown, Massachusetts office. The position involves environmental site investigation and remediation work, including field data collection, research, inspections, construction support, data management, and technical writing. The role requires work in office and field settings, with travel within Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and nearby states.

VHB describes a collaborative, inclusive, technology-empowered, people-driven culture and offers opportunities for professional growth, learning and development, and meaningful work on projects with community impact. The position has a full-time annual base salary range of $64,000 to $73,000. Eligible employees may also receive incentive and spot bonuses and merit-based salary increases.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science/Geoscience, or Environmental Engineering.
• 0–1 year of professional environmental/remediation consulting experience.
• Ability to work in office and field settings and travel within Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and nearby states to collect data.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Motivation, problem-solving ability, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to document work in detail and keep data and other information organized.
• Working knowledge of MassDEP Massachusetts Contingency Plan regulations and guidance, and NHDES regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications are required after 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with SPCC and SWPPP inspections.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and EQuIS or other laboratory data management software.

Responsibilities

• Collect field data and manage and interpret data for soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, and soil gas.
• Conduct site investigations, including ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, using technology to support data management and visualization.
• Conduct and document research at state and municipal agencies.
• Conduct Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) inspections and prepare SPCC Plans.
• Provide field support, including construction observations and documentation of remediation projects.
• Write technical reports, correspondence, notes, and memoranda.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level