Environmental Engineer 2
The Environmental Engineer 2 at Confidential Client supports the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, and pipelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This entry-level role involves conducting site assessments, water quality analyses, and hydraulic modeling, as well as preparing technical reports and client presentations. The position offers opportunities to engage in fieldwork and collaborate on sustainable water projects within a dynamic team environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
As an early-career Environmental Engineer on the Water Services team, you will support the planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater projects. Under supervision, typical responsibilities include:
- Support design and engineering for water/wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and related infrastructure
- Conduct site assessments and collect data to support design decisions
- Perform water quality analyses and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM)
- Prepare technical calculation packages, design drawings (CADD), and engineering reports
- Use GIS (ArcGIS) and Excel to analyze data and produce deliverables
- Assist with client deliverables and presentation materials for meetings and industry events
- Participate in fieldwork and construction management support as needed
- Ensure designs comply with federal, state, and local regulatory standards and client specifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or closely related discipline — or equivalent directly related experience
- Approximately 1 year of relevant engineering experience (entry-level to early career)
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required; expected travel is 10% or less
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position in the United States
Skills & Abilities
- Intermediate knowledge of CADD and drafting practices
- Experience or familiarity with ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, and Excel
- Strong understanding of engineering design principles for water resources or environmental projects
- Good written and verbal communication skills; able to contribute to reports and presentations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a team under supervision
Compensation & Other Details
- Pay range (good faith estimate for this location): USD $66,872 — USD $110,323 per year
- Additional compensation: discretionary bonuses may apply
- Employment type: Full-time
- Background checks and drug testing may be required as permitted by law and applicable to the role
- Agency submissions: All vendor placements must follow our client’s agency policy
Why Join
- Work on meaningful, sustainable water and wastewater projects across the full project lifecycle
- Join an inclusive team that supports professional growth and development
- Gain hands-on experience with industry tools and opportunities for field and office-based work
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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