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Project Environmental Engineer
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LVI Associates
Irvine, CA (In Person)
$97,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Project Environmental EngineerLocation:
Orange County, CA Salary Range:
$85,000 - $110,000 (DOE)The OpportunityWe are seeking a Project Environmental Engineer to support and execute environmental site investigation and remediation projects throughout Southern California. This role is well suited for an engineer with 3+ years of experience who is ready to step into a field and task leadership role while working closely with senior technical professionals on complex remediation projects.You will serve as a key contributor to project execution: overseeing field activities, supporting regulatory interactions, mentoring junior staff, and preparing technical deliverables while reporting directly to a Senior Project Manager.
Key ResponsibilitiesServe as field and task lead on environmental investigation and remediation projectsOversee, mentor, and coordinate junior engineers and field staffPlan and execute environmental site investigations, including soil, groundwater, vapor intrusion, and remedial system activitiesPrepare technical reports, work plans, and regulatory submittalsCoordinate subcontractors and support remedial system construction, operations, and maintenanceCollaborate with project managers and senior technical staff to maintain quality, schedule, and budgetSupport agency coordination and ensure regulatory complianceRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related disciplineMinimum of 3 years of environmental consulting experienceEnvironmental remediation experience is requiredPrior experience acting as a task or field lead on active sitesStrong technical writing, organization, and communication skillsFamiliarity with California environmental regulations preferredWhy Join This TeamExposure to full‑lifecycle remediation projects, including site investigation, RI/FS support, feasibility studies, remedial design, construction oversight, and site closureDirect involvement with regulatory agencies such as EPA, DTSC, RWQCBs, and state/local regulators, helping drive projects efficiently toward closureOpportunity to work on complex and high‑profile sites, including petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated solvents, PFAS, metals, LNAPL, vapor intrusion, brownfields, and redevelopment projectsHands‑on technical leadership, with senior engineers and geoscientists actively engaged in project execution not just oversightCollaborative, multidisciplinary teams integrating engineers, hydrogeologists, geologists, and regulatory specialistsPractical project delivery philosophy balancing technical rigor with cost control, constructability, and schedule realismCompensation, Benefits & GrowthComprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans with employer‑subsidized premiums401(k) with company match and favorable vesting to support long‑term financial stabilityCompetitive PTO and paid holidays, supported by a flexible, low‑bureaucracy culture that values work‑life balancePerformance‑based bonus opportunities, including annual, spot, and seller‑doer incentives tied to individual and project successStrong investment in employee development, including support for licensure and certifications, continuing education, and clearly defined long‑term career growth paths