Environmental Engineer Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Environmental Engineer or (Geologist in Training)

Job Description

We are seeking a mid-level Environmental Engineer or GIT to assist in overseeing projects in our Milton, DE and Newark, DE offices. The ideal candidate will have experience working on Phase I and Phase II remediation projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on recession-proof government EPA-funded projects across the state of Delaware.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct site evaluations under Delaware HSCA, Brownfields programs, and/or EPA Region III from pre-remedial assessments.
• Conduct strategic project planning using a data quality objectives approach and develop focused planning documents.
• Guide implementation and oversight of field work, including media sampling, installation of tooling methods, and coordination of laboratory method selection.
• Provide data evaluations and statistics to support site-specific risk assessments.
• Develop and oversee implementation of geologic and hydro-logic resource evaluations.
• Perform geologic and hydro logic review.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in environmental engineering or geology.
• HAZWOPER trained.
• Experience in Phase I and Phase II remediation.
• Proficiency in environmental remediation, site assessment, and environmental compliance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field such as geology.
• Preferred certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
• Knowledge in environmental science, hydrogeology, brownfield, and Superfund projects.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, DE.

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Newark,DE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

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