Environmental Engineer / Hydrogeologist
About The Position
Dudek is hiring an Environmental Engineer/Hydrogeologist I to support environmental projects, including Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), soil and groundwater monitoring and remediation programs, vapor intrusion evaluations, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) technical studies. Under the guidance of senior engineers and hydrogeologists, the role conducts field studies, collects environmental data, and assists with technical reports to support regulatory compliance and sustainable resource management. The position involves environmental site assessments, water quality and soil sampling, groundwater data collection, environmental data analysis, report preparation, and creating maps and figures. The employee will help evaluate environmental impacts, develop mitigation strategies and compliance documentation, and collaborate with senior engineers, hydrogeologists, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams. The role is based in Los Angeles, California, in a hybrid work environment. Work is performed in a remote or office-based setting and includes occasional outdoor project-site visits. Site conditions may include excessive noise, uneven terrain, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. The position requires computer and office work, participation in meetings, and communication with agency representatives and members of the public. Physical activities include bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 pounds unassisted or 50 pounds as a team lift; outdoor work may involve trekking long distances over uneven terrain in extreme weather.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in hydrogeological fieldwork, data analysis, or environmental consulting, including familiarity with groundwater, soil, and soil vapor sampling techniques.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field, such as Environmental Science or Hydrogeology.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret and synthesize complex data sets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Working toward California professional licensure in geology, engineering, or a related field, with the ability to obtain licensure within 4 years.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing subcontractors.
- Experience conducting environmental due diligence, such as Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.
- Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems software.
Responsibilities
- Assist with fieldwork, including environmental site assessments, water quality sampling, and soil sampling.
- Support collection of environmental data, including groundwater levels, flow rates, and physical and chemical parameters.
- Document and report field data for analysis by senior engineers and hydrogeologists.
- Support analysis of environmental data to assess compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assist in preparing technical reports summarizing data, findings, and recommendations.
- Contribute maps and figures for technical documentation.
- Help ensure activities comply with environmental laws and regulations.
- Assist in evaluating potential environmental impacts and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Support development of environmental compliance documentation for regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with senior engineers, hydrogeologists, and project managers on environmental engineering projects.
- Provide technical support to multidisciplinary teams on groundwater-related projects.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and execution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
