Intermediate Environmental Engineer

WSP • Portland, ME

9h • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Engineer with 1–3 years of experience for its Portland, Maine office. The position focuses on environmental remediation, including remedial design of treatment systems, report preparation, submittal reviews, water and wastewater permitting and compliance support, contamination assessment, construction, and operation and maintenance support. The role involves working with a large, diverse team of design engineers to address complex environmental challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of engineering or consulting experience focused on remedial design, including water treatment, soil vapor extraction and treatment, and in-situ remediation.
• Highly capable self-leadership, attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated professional judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Strong computer skills and organizational abilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites; occasional extended travel of up to two weeks is possible.
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain it; ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and frequently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to client needs.
• Responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Must pass a physical and background check and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience preparing engineering designs for in-situ remediation projects, as well as groundwater and vapor extraction and treatment systems.
• Experience preparing cost estimates.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-starter and lifelong learner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work plans, sampling and analysis plans, feasibility studies, and remedial action plans.
• Prepare environmental permit applications, including air and wastewater discharge permits.
• Prepare CERCLA and/or RCRA engineering evaluations, feasibility studies, treatment system designs, and cost estimates.
• Prepare engineering evaluations, feasibility studies, treatment system designs, and cost estimates.
• Prepare and/or review design drawings and specifications.
• Review and comment on contractor submittals.
• Track subcontractor payment applications, requests for information, change order requests, and general construction phase submittals.
• Support water and wastewater permitting and compliance activities, contamination assessment, construction, and operation and maintenance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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