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Environmental Engineer
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What they do
An Environmental Engineer develops solutions to environmental problems using engineering, biology, chemistry, and geology. Addresses pollution control, waste disposal, recycling, or public health issues. Works on local environmental issues, such as polluted groundwater, or global or regional issues, such as acid rain. Works with environmental scientists and public policymakers to identify problems and develop technologies that benefit people and protect the environment.
$108,711 / year median in Delaware
+6% projected growth
Job Description
HAZWOPER
training standards, safety protocols, and environmental compliance requirements. Essential Skills 3-5 years of experience in environmental engineering or geology, with direct involvement in environmental site assessment and remediation projects. Hands-on experience with Phase I environmental site assessments, including site reconnaissance, records review, and reporting. Hands-on experience with Phase II environmental investigations, including soil, groundwater, and other media sampling and analysis. CurrentHAZWOPER
training and ability to work safely on contaminated sites and remediation projects. Strong experience in environmental remediation, including familiarity with remediation strategies, technologies, and regulatory frameworks. Experience conducting environmental site assessments, including Phase I and Phase II work, in compliance with relevant standards and guidelines. Knowledge of environmental science principles and their application to contamination, risk assessment, and remediation. Knowledge of geology and hydrogeology, including subsurface characterization and groundwater flow and contaminant transport. Experience working with brownfield and Superfund sites and understanding of related EPA and state program requirements. Understanding of EPA regulations and environmental compliance requirements relevant to site assessment and remediation. Ability to plan and oversee field work, including media sampling, tooling installations, and coordination with analytical laboratories. Proficiency in evaluating environmental data and applying statistical methods to support site-specific risk assessments. Ability to develop and implement geologic and hydrogeologic resource evaluations and perform technical reviews of related data. Strong project planning and organizational skills, including experience using a data quality objectives approach to guide project design. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field. Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) certification is preferred. Experience working under Delaware HSCA and Brownfields programs, and familiarity with EPA Region III processes, is highly beneficial. Experience in hydrogeology and geologic resource evaluation is a strong asset. Experience with environmental compliance work and regulatory reporting is desirable. Ability to work effectively in a small, close-knit team environment and contribute to a culture that values versatility and collaboration. Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, planning documents, and technical summaries. Detail-oriented approach to data collection, analysis, and documentation, with a commitment to quality and accuracy. Comfort with balancing office-based analytical work and field-based oversight activities. Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects or tasks concurrently within defined timelines. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, DE. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Newark,DE.