Entry-Level Environmental Engineer

AECOM•Milwaukee, WI

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer to join its team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, supporting environmental investigation, remediation, and site redevelopment projects. The role provides an opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals to environmental challenges and learn from experienced engineers, scientists, and geologists in a collaborative consulting environment. The position is expected to begin ASAP. The engineer will support the planning and implementation of environmental field programs, evaluate site investigation data, and assist in developing and implementing remediation solutions. Fieldwork may include environmental sampling, groundwater monitoring, remediation system inspections, operating-data collection, and oversight of subcontractors conducting drilling, excavation, and other field activities. Office work includes engineering calculations, data analysis, technical report preparation, and support for remediation design and project documentation. The position is based in Milwaukee and follows a hybrid schedule with scheduled in-office work. Fieldwork and travel to project sites are required, potentially involving regional assignments, occasional overnight stays, varying weather, and varied physical and environmental site conditions. Relocation assistance is not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. U.S. citizenship is required, as is passing a Motor Vehicle Records review; the selected candidate must also complete medical surveillance screening upon hire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required for visits to project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
Must submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.

Nice To Haves

Experience or academic background relevant to environmental engineering, environmental remediation, water quality, site investigation, or environmental data analysis.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
Ability to travel to project sites and perform fieldwork outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to follow established engineering procedures, quality requirements, and applicable health and safety standards.
Relevant experience supporting environmental engineering, site investigation, remediation, or environmental consulting projects.
Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and current refresher training, as applicable.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Experience with environmental sampling, groundwater monitoring, remediation systems, engineering calculations, or environmental data analysis through employment, internships, or academic projects.
Familiarity with environmental remediation technologies, including groundwater treatment, soil remediation, and contaminant containment or removal.
Familiarity with federal and state environmental regulations, including requirements administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Experience preparing technical reports, engineering calculations, figures, data tables, or project documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with engineering or data analysis software is an asset.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interest in developing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
Demonstrated ability to manage assigned tasks, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Assist with environmental site investigations, remediation projects, and environmental engineering studies for public- and private-sector clients.
Support field programs involving soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and soil vapor sampling; groundwater monitoring; and remediation system data collection.
Assist with evaluating environmental conditions and identifying potential engineering approaches for site investigation, remediation, and environmental management.
Collect, organize, and analyze field and laboratory data for environmental assessments, engineering evaluations, and remediation decisions.
Assist in preparing engineering calculations, technical memoranda, investigation reports, remediation work plans, design documents, figures, and other project deliverables.
Support evaluation, operation, and monitoring of environmental remediation systems, document system performance, and identify conditions that may require further investigation.
Assist with field oversight of subcontractors conducting drilling, well installation, excavation, sampling, and other intrusive or remediation activities.
Help evaluate project activities and technical results against applicable environmental regulations, permits, engineering standards, and client requirements.
Coordinate with engineers, scientists, geologists, laboratories, contractors, and other project team members to support schedules, budgets, and technical objectives.
Participate in project health and safety activities, follow site-specific safety plans, and help identify and communicate potential hazards.
Support project administration, including data management, quality control, records maintenance, and tracking project deliverables.
Travel to project locations as required, including occasional overnight stays, and perform fieldwork in varying weather conditions and site environments.