Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist
The Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist at Confidential Client will conduct site exploration and environmental investigations including sampling and remediation of contaminated properties. This role involves fieldwork, data management, technical reporting, and collaboration with industry leaders on diverse environmental projects, fostering continuous learning and professional growth in a supportive, on-site work environment.
About Careertakes
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Role Overview
Confidential Client in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry is hiring an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist in Tampa, FL. This hands-on role supports site exploration, contaminated-site investigation and remediation, soil and groundwater sampling, vapor intrusion investigation, remedial investigation/design/implementation/monitoring, pilot testing, data management, and report preparation. This is a full-time contractor opportunity with an estimated salary of $58,568 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Perform field inspections and environmental investigations.
- Collect air, soil, gas, and groundwater samples and support remediation activities.
- Assist with planning and executing field investigations: log borings, collect samples, conduct field tests, and record data.
- Perform routine and special calculations and basic data processing.
- Provide field oversight for remediation activities and subcontractors to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Identify and document solutions to field or laboratory issues and communicate findings to supervisors.
- Assist in preparing technical reports, specifications, and plans; support data management and evaluation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0.
- 0–2 years of professional experience (internships and relevant project experience welcome).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and strong analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on project teams.
- Availability to work overtime as needed; travel may be required based on project assignments.
- Applicants with an engineering degree are preferred to hold EIT certification or be registered for the FE exam.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Prior environmental field or lab internship experience.
- Familiarity with vapor intrusion investigations, remedial design concepts, and monitoring protocols.
- Experience with field sampling techniques and basic environmental data QA/QC.
- Willingness to obtain field safety training and relevant certifications.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base pay: $58,568 per year (estimated).
- Benefits package may include company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off (including parental and military leave); referral and license bonuses; and education reimbursement.
- Additional programs: employee resource groups, flexible work schedules where applicable, training and mentoring programs, and wellness initiatives.
Location & Employment Type
- Work location: Tampa, FL (on-site / field work as required).
- Employment type: Full-time, Contractor (per job posting).
- Travel: May be required depending on project assignments.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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