Environmental Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Engineer to join our team. This role involves managing permit applications and compliance programs across multiple environmental media, such as air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, spill prevention, and storage tanks. The ideal candidate will also perform environmental compliance audits, inspections, and program reviews, as well as develop and support various monitoring and spill prevention plans.

• Prepare and manage permit applications and compliance programs for air, wastewater, stormwater, and other environmental media.
• Conduct multi-media environmental compliance audits, gap assessments, and inspections.
• Develop and implement monitoring and spill prevention plans such as SPCC, FRP, and SWPPP.
• Oversee and manage junior staff on specific project assignments.
• Lead or assist in the preparation of proposals, including the development of scope and costs.
• Manage project budgets and assist in invoicing as a project or task manager.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and internal leaders.
• Deliver on multiple projects and tasks within set budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Provide field support at client sites, including routine site inspections and sample collection.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• 6+ years of experience with multimedia environmental permitting and compliance projects in a consulting environment.
• Proficiency in air permitting, Title V, and water permitting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects effectively.
• Basic understanding of industrial activities and environmental regulations.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with air quality permitting and compliance in the New Jersey, New York, and New England areas is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or on track to obtain (FE/EIT) preferred.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial health and safety topics is a plus.

This position requires routine site inspections and field support at client sites. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are essential for client meetings and job site visits. The work environment encourages collaboration and teamwork, while also allowing for independent work.

This is a Permanent position based out of New Haven, CT.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $133000.00/yr.

Company offers strong benefits - fully paid healthcare, dental, vision, 401k, and ESOP

This is a hybrid position in New Haven,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.