About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Environmental Engineer / Scientist role supports environmental due diligence, site investigation and remediation, and regulatory compliance and permitting projects for a confidential client in Oak Brook Mall, IL. You will split time between hands-on fieldwork and office tasks, working on cross-disciplinary teams with engineers, scientists, and project managers.

• Perform field activities: soil, groundwater, and soil-vapor sampling; monitoring well installs; drilling oversight; and remediation/construction field documentation
• Prepare accurate field logs, chain-of-custody forms, daily reports, and technical field documentation
• Assist in data review, basic data analysis, and report preparation under senior staff supervision
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance tasks and contribute to project deliverables
• Travel locally and regionally to project sites; participate in occasional evenings or weekend activities as required

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Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field (Master’s a plus)
• 1–2 years of environmental consulting or related experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and solid analytical skills
• Ability to follow direction, take initiative, and work both independently and in a team environment
• Clear written and verbal communication, strong problem-solving, and good organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with databases, CADD, or ArcGIS is a plus
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and availability for travel
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and FE/EIT certification are a plus

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Compensation

The base salary for this position may range between $66,000 and $80,000. Actual pay will be determined by experience, education, licensure, and other qualifications.

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What You’ll Get (Benefits & Development)

• Mentorship from experienced professionals and a collaborative team environment
• Professional development support, including continued education and potential tuition reimbursement
• Flexible hybrid work environment (field + office)
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunity to work across environmental, water quality, ecological services, and geotechnical practice areas

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About Our Client

The confidential client is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary environmental and engineering consulting firm with decades of experience providing solutions across environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. You will join a team focused on integrated, practical approaches to environmental challenges.

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Hiring & Agency Notice

The confidential client does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties unless a prior, written agreement exists. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications and the confidential client will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.

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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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