About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Chemical or Environmental Engineer to join a permitting and compliance consulting team focused on air, water, and waste issues for industrial clients. In this hybrid role based in Saint Martins, MO, you will support permitting projects, compliance evaluations, and technical analyses that help clients remain flexible and profitable while meeting environmental regulations.

• Interpret environmental regulations related to air, water, and waste
• Calculate emissions and/or discharges and develop practical compliance strategies
• Prepare regulatory and technical analysis memos
• Compile information and support preparation of environmental permit applications
• Prepare routine compliance submittals and develop compliance tools
• Work with project teams to strategize and minimize environmental impacts
• Communicate questions, progress, and potential issues early and clearly with project teams and clients
• Provide on-site client support as needed (may include out-of-town travel)

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About the Opportunity

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered. The role is based in Saint Martins, MO.
• Travel expectation: up to 10% of time, depending on project needs.
• Work environment: may include site visits with rough terrain, limited accessibility, moving machinery, or industrial conditions. Safety training will be provided.

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Who You Are — Required Core Competencies

• Education: bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience: minimum five months total of internship, co-op, or post-college professional experience in industry, an environmental agency, or environmental consulting.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, communicate priorities, and navigate ambiguous projects
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to seek feedback
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills for interacting with project teams, regulators, and clients
• Strong technical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheets and responsible use of AI-assisted tools with the ability to review and verify outputs
• Willingness to travel and periodically adjust schedule to meet project needs
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

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Helpful (Not Required) Experience

• Working with environmental permitting or regulations
• Proficiency with data systems and analyzing large datasets
• Project or task management experience
• Experience building working relationships across multi-disciplinary teams

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated salary range: $73,000–$83,000 annually. Final compensation will vary based on experience, education, skill level, and other factors.
• This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses based on team and individual performance.
• Benefits (eligibility may vary by status): medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company contributions, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, professional development allowances, wellness programs, and other standard benefits.

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Why Confidential Client

Join a client-focused, employee-oriented team of engineers and scientists where you can build a meaningful consulting career. You’ll work on diverse projects across fuels, mining, manufacturing, and power industries while receiving mentoring and development support.

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Application Notes

To support a thoughtful application, be prepared to describe your interest in consulting vs. industry or regulatory roles and how you would thrive in a consulting environment that values project work, relationships, feedback, and initiative.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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