Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineer Entry to Mid-Level • Infrastructure Projects in New York City Location: North Brunswick, NJ (projects based in New York City) Type: Full-Time About Distinct Engineering Solutions Distinct Engineering Solutions, Inc. is an engineering consulting firm on a mission to deliver solutions tailored to our clients' needs, project specifications, and budgets bringing synergy to every design and construction project. Our services span geotechnical, environmental engineering, construction inspections and monitoring, and site-civil engineering. Join us! The Role Distinct Engineering Solutions, Inc. has a full-time opening for an Environmental Engineer at our North Brunswick, NJ office to support infrastructure projects located in New York City. We welcome both entry-level and mid-level candidates—from recent graduates eager to build hands‑on experience to engineers with a few years of environmental work ready to take on greater responsibility. You'll gain (and grow) experience across soil, groundwater, and air contaminant identification and the implementation of remedial technologies, working alongside our senior engineering staff. You will split your time between our office and project field sites, gaining direct exposure to the regulations, monitoring, and reporting that drive complex environmental projects in New Jersey and New York. We are looking for a motivated, detail‑oriented engineer who is eager to learn and grow with us. What You’ll Do Assist senior engineers with field sampling and monitoring of soil, groundwater, air, and noise. Support site characterization, stormwater pollution prevention, erosion control, and spill prevention activities. Help prepare work plans, project specifications, and technical reports. Collect, organize, and analyze field and laboratory data under the guidance of senior staff. Travel to project sites in New York City for inspections and monitoring. Use AutoCAD and/or MicroStation to support design and documentation tasks. Certifications & Credentials OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety certification. OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification — required. OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification — passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or actively pursuing. Strongly preferred. Path to Professional Engineer (PE): candidates working toward NY PE licensure are encouraged to apply; we support your licensure journey. Qualifications Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering. 0–3 years of experience; recent graduates and internship experience welcome. Coursework, internship, or working familiarity with environmental regulations—such as NYSDEC, US EPA, NYSDOL, NYCDEP/OER, and NJDEP—covering areas like stormwater, erosion control, asbestos, lead‑based paint, PCBs, universal waste, and waste characterization. (Don’t worry if you don’t know them all—we’ll help you learn.) Exposure to AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is a plus. Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and problem‑solving skills. Good organization, communication, and report‑writing skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. A valid driver's license and a vehicle for travel to project sites. Willingness to work in both office and field settings, including overtime on weekdays or weekends depending on project needs. Grow With Us We give our staff the opportunity to chart their own career path and grow with the company. As a Junior Environmental Engineer, you will be mentored by experienced professionals and gain the regulatory, design, and field experience needed to advance toward Project Engineer and beyond. If you are highly motivated and detail‑oriented, we will give you the opportunities to learn and grow. We offer: Competitive compensation packages Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance and short‑and‑long‑term disability insurance 401(k) with company match Educational reimbursement—and much more! Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr