Entry/Mid-Level Environmental Associate

Sargent & Lundy•Remote,

2d•$69,298 - $99,644•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of Sargent & Lundy’s Environmental and Permitting team, the Environmental Associate reviews, evaluates, and implements federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements for electric power, nuclear power, and industrial projects. The role uses environmental regulations and engineering principles to address project and client needs involving environmental mitigation, compliance, and permitting. The position provides opportunities to expand knowledge of environmental regulations for major industrial projects and to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams. Work includes assessing sites for proposed power and energy facilities, coordinating with project engineers to incorporate environmental requirements into project design, preparing permit materials and technical reports, and communicating with permitting agencies. The role also offers peer learning and knowledge sharing through Sargent & Lundy’s System of Processes and Communities of Practice. Travel to client offices and project sites is expected for project reviews, and some international travel may be required. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work required three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental impact assessment, and/or permitting for complex industrial projects.
Familiarity with environmental laws and regulations applicable to large industrial facilities, including NEPA, the Threatened and Endangered Species Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
Environmental impact assessment or permitting experience in one or more of the following: environmental impact assessments; Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments; subsequent license renewals and associated environmental reports; Title V permit applications; NPDES wastewater and construction stormwater discharge permitting; Army Corps wetlands permitting; SWPPP/SPCC plans; or major-source air permitting, including air permit applications, emissions calculations, New Source Review, and PSD permitting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate inputs among internal engineering teams, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to provide guidance to associate staff members.
Experience with Microsoft applications, particularly proficiency in Excel and Word.
Must have U.S. work authorization; the company does not sponsor employees for work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Proficiency in ArcGIS mapping and experience developing interactive maps showing critical environmental resources, such as wetlands, critical habitats, and other sensitive receptors.
GIS certification or coursework.
Proficiency in AERMOD and experience preparing software inputs.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Review and implement federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for projects and develop strategies for cost-effective mitigation and compliance plans.
Prepare site-specific environmental impact studies to assess the suitability of sites for fossil fuel power plants, nuclear power facilities, wind farms, solar generating stations, electric substations, and transmission lines.
Work with project engineers to ensure projects are designed and developed in accordance with relevant environmental requirements.
Prepare permit matrices and permit applications, and interface with federal, state, and local permitting agencies.
Prepare technical reports, including site selection studies, environmental and social impact assessments, compliance audits, and regulatory reviews.
Participate in peer learning and knowledge sharing with engineers and environmental professionals through the company’s System of Processes and Communities of Practice.
Travel to client offices and project sites for project reviews; some international travel may be required.