Wetland Soil Scientist
About The Position
AECOM is seeking a Wetland Soil Scientist to join its Northeastern US Environmental Planning & Permitting Practice. The role supports projects in the energy transmission and generation sectors, including electric transmission, renewables and storage, as well as state and federal projects and industrial sectors. The selected individual will lead wetland field delineations in Connecticut and adjacent states and prepare wetland technical reports and environmental permit applications. The position can be performed remotely, with approximately 50% fieldwork. The selected candidate must be a Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) by the Soil Science Society of America (SSA), or a Certified Professional Soil Classifier (CPSC) with specific wetland delineation experience in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, or Rhode Island. Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review are conditions of employment. Relocation and sponsorship are not available. The posting is for a current vacancy, which AECOM intends to fill by January 12, 2026. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.
Requirements
- BA/BS in Soil Science, Wetland Science, Environmental Science, or a related field, and 4 or more years of experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) by the SSA, or Certified Professional Soil Classifier (CPSC) with specific wetland delineation experience in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, or Rhode Island.
- US citizenship is required.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of Connecticut and New England wetland regulations.
- Experience supporting projects in energy transmission and generation sectors, including electric transmission, renewables and storage, as well as state and federal projects and industrial sectors.
- 6 or more years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead wetland field delineations in Connecticut and adjacent states.
- Prepare wetland technical reports.
- Prepare environmental permit applications.
- Support projects in energy transmission and generation, state and federal, and industrial sectors.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
- Paid time off and leaves of absence, depending on employment status.
- Voluntary benefits and perks, depending on employment status.
- Flexible work options.
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Training and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
