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Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:

FPM Remediations, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist for a mid-level full-time position at its Chandler, AZ office. This is an excellent career advancement opportunity for an individual with approximately 4–8 years of relevant professional experience to join a team of dedicated and knowledgeable environmental professionals.

This position will provide an opportunity to apply the latest technologies to conduct site investigations, data analysis, and remediation of contaminated sites across the country for our clients. The role is ideal for a technically strong candidate interested in developing as a well-rounded environmental consultant, with experience or interest in site assessments, field investigations, data interpretation, and technical report writing

Primary Responsibilities:

The position will support projects at locations around the United States. Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting environmental investigations, remediation programs, and emerging contaminant projects (including PFAS) for federal and private-sector clients
• Participating in field programs, including environmental sampling, drilling oversight, and field data collection activities
• Assisting with oversight and coordination of junior staff, subcontractors, drilling activities, and environmental sampling programs
• Supporting environmental site assessments involving soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and air
• Supporting preparation of technical deliverables, including work plans, reports, technical memoranda, and data summaries
• Preparing technical figures, plume maps, cross sections, and environmental data visualizations
• Supporting evaluation of remedial alternatives and regulatory compliance activities
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams to support project execution, technical analysis, and client deliverables

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Provide guidance and support to project teams involved in field investigations and technical document production.
• Assist in coordinating daily activities of field staff and subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
• Support mentoring and development of junior staff.

Education and/or Experience:

The Environmental Engineer/Scientist/Geologist II will have the following qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field, with coursework in chemistry, physics, and mathematics 
• 4 to 8 years of relevant professional experience in environmental investigation, site assessment, data analysis, or remediation support 
• Experience supporting field investigations, data interpretation, and technical report preparation 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical writing, communication, and data analysis skills 
• Ability to interpret environmental chemistry and site data and apply sound judgment 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and adaptability 
• Willingness to travel, participate in safety training, and follow safety protocols 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 

• Professional certification or licensure (e.g., EIT, GIT, or similar environmental certifications) is preferred but not required. 
• Relevant environmental consulting, field investigation, technical reporting, or remediation experience will also be strongly considered.

Security Clearance: 

• Must be able to successfully complete a U.S. government administered investigation.
   

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. 

Fieldwork may involve working outdoors and navigating uneven terrain and natural obstacles. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment:

General office and field work environment. Some travel both domestically and internationally required based on business demands.

Travel:

Travel to field sites will be required as needed, with approximately 40–60% travel initially, decreasing over time as the role becomes more technically focused. Travel will primarily involve participation in and oversight of field investigations, environmental sampling programs, drilling activities, remediation support, and coordination of field staff and subcontractors.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.