Environmental Engineer 1 (2027 New Graduates!)
This entry-level Environmental Engineer role at Confidential Client involves supporting the design and implementation of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The position offers recent graduates the opportunity to develop technical skills through site assessments, water quality analyses, modeling, and participation in fieldwork and construction management within a collaborative team environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This entry-level role supports water and wastewater projects across the project lifecycle. You will contribute to design, analysis, documentation, and field activities while learning from experienced engineers and project teams.
- Support design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and associated infrastructure
- Conduct site assessments and collect/interpret field data
- Perform water quality analyses and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling as directed
- Assist with engineering calculations, design parameter adjustments, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, and project documentation
- Create client-facing materials and internal presentations
- Use engineering software and tools (ArcGIS, HEC‑RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, etc.) to develop deliverables
- Participate in fieldwork and construction support activities as needed
- Work under direct supervision and follow established QA/QC procedures
Skills & Abilities
- Basic knowledge of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and 3D/4D drafting practices
- Foundational understanding of engineering design principles
- Familiarity with ArcGIS, HEC‑RAS, SWMM, or other hydraulic/hydrologic tools is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team-oriented mindset and eagerness to learn in a mentoring environment
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 0 years of professional experience — new graduates encouraged to apply; equivalent directly related experience considered in lieu of degree
- Ability to travel domestically (up to ~10%); occasional international travel may be required depending on project needs
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role in the United States
Compensation & Additional Details
- Pay range: USD $59,426 — $98,051 per year (good-faith estimate for this location and role)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Background checks and drug testing may be required as a condition of employment for certain roles
- This position reports to project and technical leads and includes opportunities for professional development and exposure to multidisciplinary water projects
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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