Environmental Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineer II
Location: Hybrid in the Greater Philadelphia Area

Description/Job Summary

POSITION DESCRIPTION

HGL is seeking an Engineer II for work supporting projects in the Greater Philadelphia Area. This position will be a full-time remote role, working from home or the job site. Preference will be given to candidates who are within commuting distance of Philadelphia, PA.

This position will support a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Navy remedial investigation (RI) and remedial action (RA) locally, and occasional travel to other environmental projects within the EPA Region 3 and NAVFAC Atlantic areas. Projects commonly involve investigation and remediation of sites with groundwater and soil impacted by emerging contaminants (such as PFAS), chlorinated solvents, and petroleum compounds.

Responsibilities/Duties

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Supporting environmental field investigations and remediation projects at hazardous waste/contaminated sites under the direction of project managers and senior staff members.
• Ensuring field operations are conducted in a safe manner in accordance with project specific Site Safety and Health Plans / Health and Safety Plans.
• Participating in field teams for collection of water, soil, soil vapor, surface water, sediment and biota samples utilizing various sampling techniques.
• Performing / conducting field subcontractor oversight inclusive of drilling, monitoring well construction, waste transportation and disposal, and heavy equipment operation.
• Developing engineering studies, plans, designs, and specifications for the remediation of environmental contamination
• Contributing to the preparation of work plans and project deliverables (e.g., UFP-QAPPs, RI Reports, SSHP/HASPs, PowerPoint presentations, and technical memoranda).
• Assisting with data entry, analysis, and interpretation of environmental data using statistical and visualization tools.
• Provide support remotely at home office with travel (up to 50% during field season) as needed. Travel will focus on project support in Lansdale, PA, other EPA Region 3 task orders, and other national travel as needed.

Minimum Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• A BA/BS degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of related work experience.
• As a primarily remote position, time management and the ability to communicate well through written and verbal conversations are important.
• Previous experience with environmental investigations (CERCLA, RCRA, DoD, DoE, and/or EPA projects) including various groundwater, soil, vapor intrusion, surface water, sediment and biota methodologies.
• Prior experience contributing to the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and work plans.
• A demonstrated history of responsibility, initiative, motivation, and creativity.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and other MS Office applications.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

WHAT YOU NEED TO STAND OUT – Preferred, not required

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience as a Site Health & Safety Officer for environmental investigations/remediations.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety and Health certificate.
• EPA Superfund experience. Direct experience working with EPA Region 3 and/or EPA Region 3 State (PA, WV, VA, MD, DE) environmental agencies is very desirable.
• NAVFAC Atlantic experience. Direct experience working with NAVFAC Atlantic or other Navy departments is very desirable.
• Strong work ethic with the desire to learn and expand role by taking on more responsibilities.
• PFAS sampling and remediation experience.
• Experience or training in developing hydrogeologic conceptual site models (CSMs) and modeling (surface water or groundwater).
• Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer Certification (or capability to obtain designation within two year).

Physical & Environmental Requirements

PHYSICAL & COGNITIVE REQUIRMENTS

• Prolonged sitting up to 70% of the time; repetitive hand motions (typing, too use, etc.) and viewing computer screen for extended periods
• Analyzing and synthesizing data; complex problem solving and decision making; reading and interpreting technical documents or regulations; writing reports, proposals, or technical documentation; leading a team or coordinating multiple priorities; communicating effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders; and managing competing deadlines and shifting priorities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.); must be able to travel up to 30% per year; must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); office and remote work environment

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Details

Work Schedule HGL office work is dictated by a 5-day work week; however, fieldwork schedules will deviate based on job requirements and may require longer hours and weekends.

Office Type: Hybrid with work split between home office and project site.

Travel: 30%

A favorable pre-hire drug test and physical are required.

All positions are subject to a pre-hire education and driving record verification.

This specific role supports a U.S. Federal government contract which requires employees engaged on this contract to be U.S. citizens.

MORE ABOUT HGL AND THE OPPORTUNITY

At HGL, we share a drive and vision to restore natural resources and provide ongoing stewardship of our environment to benefit present and future generations. We believe that we can make a difference in improving the world we live in through collaboration, teamwork, and a positive work environment. This unites and empowers us to strive for excellence in all our endeavors.

HGL - WHO WE ARE

The exceptional quality of our people is key to our strength. We value our employees as individuals and as important members of our team. We offer a work environment that is flexible, inclusive, and dedicated to creating a sustainable future. By cultivating a culture of innovation, we’re able to adapt and augment our services to solve complex environmental and natural resources challenges.

Projects at HGL primarily span the United States and its territories, tackling problems associated with emerging contaminants (like PFAS), radiological contamination, and military munitions, along with chemical contamination in groundwater, surface water, sediments, and soil.

With over 550 employees, HGL is large enough to execute high-profile projects, but small enough to develop personal working environments with our talented team members. By joining HGL, you will be working toward restoring the environment and protecting our future.

HGL - WE INVEST IN YOU

It’s not just a job, it’s your career. HGL provides career growth opportunities via mentoring, training, education, and support for your certifications and licenses. Achieve your career goals and help HGL achieve its mission of restoring the environment to beneficial use for our clients and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected category. Some positions may require U.S. citizenship. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should contact Human Resources directly at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

EEO notices: US Equal Opportunity Employment Poster, US Equal Opportunity Supplemental Poster, Know Your Rights, and Pay Transparency Notice.

A full list of benefits is available at

The annual salary for this position ranges from $71,639 - $107,458 . This position's final salary can be impacted by various factors including, but not limited to, contractual requirements, geographic location, job-related education, training, experience, and skills. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.

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