Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1

EnSafe Inc.•Knoxville, TN

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a full-time Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1, to join our Knoxville, Tennessee office. This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe. As a Staff Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist, or Geologist 1, you will support experienced engineers and scientists on a wide range of environmental projects in an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration at all levels. EnSafe emphasizes empowering staff to practice our profession passionately and without limitations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related engineering/science field.
3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, organization, and time‑management abilities.
Ability to work independently with guidance from senior staff and contribute positively in team settings.
Eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, flexibility, and problem‑solving mindset.
Familiarity with environmental sampling, analytical methods, and data interpretation for soil, water, or air.
Ability to meet physical job requirements, including: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Traversing uneven or sloped terrain.
Working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Performing moderate physical activity for extended periods.
Ability to travel for field assignments, including occasional overnight stays (~25% of the time).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology or related discipline.
Prior consulting experience.
Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or GIS tools.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
Asbestos Certification.
Drone experience and/or license.

Responsibilities

Perform field investigations involving soil, groundwater, surface water, and other media using approved environmental sampling methods.
Conduct basic construction observation, including field testing, documentation, and quality control activities.
Assist with operation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of remedial systems, as well as support pilot studies.
Maintain detailed and accurate field notes, logs, and data records throughout all stages of field and office work.
Apply academic engineering training to analyze data, perform calculations, and support technical evaluations.
Support data management tasks, including reduction, organization, and summarization of environmental datasets.
Contribute to feasibility studies, remedial design tasks, cost estimates, and environmental permitting efforts.
Assist with producing figures, drawings, and analyses using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software.
Draft technical sections for reports, work plans, and project correspondence.
Demonstrate safe work practices in field and office environments.