Early-Career Engineer or Scientist

Overview:

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career Engineer or Scientist in our environmental sciences and engineering practice in Minneapolis, MN you will apply your academic knowledge and practical experience to real-world situations related to contaminated site assessment, remediation, and litigation support while developing essential business skills for a successful consulting career.

Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In this role, you will contribute to a range of complex, impactful projects related to contaminated sites across the United States, supporting municipal, commercial, and industrial clients. You will support clients through site investigations, remediation projects, contaminant fingerprinting, source identification, and environmental cost allocation. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing, interpreting, and managing environmental data using appropriate computer applications;
• Creating data visualizations including maps, tables, and figures, to communicate technical findings effectively;
• Conducting chemical data analysis with advanced statistical methods to support environmental forensics assessments;
• Preparing memoranda, presentations, technical reports, and legal reports;
• Conducting fieldwork, including sampling, construction oversight, and remediation system O&M;
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements;
• Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Up to 25%
• Overnight travel: Up to 25%

Education and Licensure:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, geology, computer science, or related field. (required)
• Advanced degree in environmental engineering, geology, computer science, or related field. (preferred)
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or other professional certification, if applicable. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for building a career in environmental consulting, with an interest in data analysis, environmental forensics, and remediation strategies.
• At least 2 years of related experience in a related environmental field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. (preferred)
• Familiarity with environmental remediation regulatory requirements (e.g., CERCLA). (preferred)
• Proficiency in databases, visualization, and/or programming tools (Access, SQL, GIS, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, etc.). (strongly preferred)
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to convey technical findings clearly. (required)
• Demonstrated adaptability and innovation in a fast-paced consulting environment, bringing curiosity and a problem-solving mindset to complex environmental challenges. (valuable)
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. (required)
• Prior internship experience in environmental consulting. (valuable)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (preferred)

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