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Parsons

Environmental Specialist

Seattle, WA

$74K - $130K/yr

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Environmental Specialist to join our team supporting our Federal client! In this role you will join a multi-disciplined environmental team providing ...

Eaton

Environmental Engineer

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

$86K - $126K/yr

Job summary The Environmental Engineer will work with the Environmental, Safety and Health (EHS) Site Lead to ensure our site's compliance with environmental and health regulations and drive ...

Kimley-Horn

Environmental Planner

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Serve as a key member on the planning and environmental team for infrastructure clients, serving as a Planning and Environmental Manager for infrastructure projects * Lead the writing of technical ...

SpaceX

Environmental Specialist

Hawthorne, CA

$41 - $50/hr

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST RESPONSIBILITIES: * Maintain environmental compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to AQMD, LACSD, CARB, RWQCB, DTSC, CERCLA, CUPA, DOT, EPA and ...

CalPortland

Environmental Specialist

Hanford, CA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Job Summary The Environmental Specialist plans, directs and performs duties as necessary for administering environmental compliance function. Benefits At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental job in the United States is $22.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Environmental careers include roles such as environmental scientist, conservation officer, environmental engineer, and sustainability manager. These jobs often require knowledge of ecology, environmental regulations, and data analysis, and may involve fieldwork, research, or policy development.

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To thrive in an environmental job, you need a solid background in environmental science or related fields, supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental monitoring tools, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills help professionals collaborate, solve complex problems, and engage stakeholders effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring accurate environmental assessments, regulatory compliance, and successful project outcomes.

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Environmental jobs are careers focused on protecting the environment, conserving natural resources, and promoting sustainability. These roles can include positions such as environmental scientists, conservationists, environmental engineers, and sustainability specialists. People in these jobs may work for government agencies, nonprofits, research institutions, or private companies. Their work often involves monitoring environmental health, developing eco-friendly policies, managing conservation projects, and educating the public about environmental issues.

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Professionals in environmental roles often encounter challenges such as balancing regulatory compliance with project deadlines, working in multidisciplinary teams, and adapting to evolving environmental laws and technologies. Navigating stakeholder interests and communicating complex environmental data to non-specialists are also frequent hurdles. To address these, it's important to stay updated on industry best practices, foster strong collaboration and communication skills, and pursue ongoing professional development. Many organizations also provide mentorship and training to help new hires transition into their roles more smoothly.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Job job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,760 per year, or $22 per hour.

Mid Level Environmental Engineer

Groundwater and Environmental Svcs.

Cromwell, CT • On-site

$72K - $77K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES), an industry leader with a reputation for excellence in providing environmental consulting, engineering, compliance, and technical field services to clients in diverse market sectors, seeks a Junior to Mid-level. Engineer. This is a position for a detail-oriented, team player with strong communication, analytical, organizational, problem solving, and time management skills. The position will report to a Principal Engineer, and work under the supervision and mentorship of other engineers, project professionals, and field technicians in a collaborative and safety conscience environment. The selected candidate will be integrated into our Northeast Region engineering team working across multiple states in New York and New England. Candidate will work out of the Cromwell CT office.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform groundwater and vapor treatment system engineering calculations
  • Perform remediation system and laboratory data tabulation, evaluation, and report preparation
  • Completion of materials/equipment/supplies specification and procurement
  • Subcontractor scope of work development, coordination, and contracting
  • Assist with cost estimates and support proposal efforts
  • Preparation of remedial action plans, pilot test workplans, site conceptual model development
  • Preparation of permit applications and compliance reports
  • Coordination directly with subcontractors, vendors, and laboratories
  • Coordinate field tasks associated with operation and maintenance (O&M) of remediation systems (e.g., data collection, system sampling, system cleaning, carbon replacement, etc.), system installation, excavation projects, and remedial injections
  • Perform field work including remedial system O&M, pilot testing, remedial in-situ injections, groundwater sampling, collecting environmental and permit compliance samples, soil excavation, contractor oversight for trenching, piping & system installation
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Travel within the Northeast region to perform field work as necessary
  • Coordinate, participate in, and complete Health and Safety related field observations and documentation


Skills & Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Environmental, Chemical, Civil)
  • 3-5 years of related environmental consulting experience
  • Must be resourceful with excellent communication and writing skills and possess a high degree of initiative and time management skills
  • Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification or Professional Engineer registration is a plus
  • Stormwater or civil engineering experience is a plus
  • Mechanical aptitude and experience with basic hand tools is a plus
  • Field work requires wearing personal protection equipment and working outdoors in all seasons


Our comprehensive benefits program includes: Hybrid workforce, medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k, FSA, STD, LTD, New Parent Leave, 529 CollegeBound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. At GES, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.