Environmental Engineer

S&ME, Inc.•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

S&ME is seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking engineer to join our Environmental team in Charlotte, North Carolina. As an Environmental Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of projects that shape safer, cleaner communities-balancing hands‑on fieldwork with impactful office‑based analysis. Your Day-to-Day: Field Leadership - Take charge of soil and groundwater sampling, oversee drilling operations, and guide monitoring well installations to ensure accurate, high‑quality data collection. Data & Reporting - Transform environmental data into clear insights by preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation that drive informed decisions. Project Collaboration - Partner with colleagues to plan and execute site investigations and remediation efforts, maintaining strict quality standards and compliance with environmental regulations. Client Engagement - Build strong relationships by communicating findings and project updates effectively to clients, regulators, and stakeholders. Proposal & Scheduling - Contribute to winning new work by drafting proposals, while keeping projects on track through schedule management and deadline monitoring. Financial Insight - Support business growth by evaluating project budgets and assisting with strategic business development initiatives. If you are passionate about solving environmental challenges, mentoring future leaders, and fostering strong client relationships, we invite you to join us and make a meaningful impact. We Are S&ME: At S&ME, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of over 1,000 employee-owners across 10+ states collaborates to create a meaningful impact for our clients and communities. When you join S&ME, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success. We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team! This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of professional environmental engineering experience
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and on track to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license
Strong project management and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Excellent business development abilities and existing client relationships in the local market are preferred

Responsibilities

Take charge of soil and groundwater sampling
Oversee drilling operations
Guide monitoring well installations to ensure accurate, high‑quality data collection
Transform environmental data into clear insights by preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation that drive informed decisions
Partner with colleagues to plan and execute site investigations and remediation efforts, maintaining strict quality standards and compliance with environmental regulations
Build strong relationships by communicating findings and project updates effectively to clients, regulators, and stakeholders
Contribute to winning new work by drafting proposals, while keeping projects on track through schedule management and deadline monitoring
Support business growth by evaluating project budgets and assisting with strategic business development initiatives