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GEOCON

Senior Environmental Engineer

GEOCON, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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The Senior Environmental Engineer leads and manages complex environmental projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. They design and implement solutions for site assessment, remediation, and environmental risk management, often serving as the technical lead and mentor for junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

Lead Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).

Oversee environmental remediation projects (soil, groundwater, air quality).

Prepare work plans, budgets, and schedules.

Technical Expertise

Develop engineering solutions for contaminated sites (remediation system design, groundwater monitoring, vapor intrusion mitigation).

Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies.

Perform regulatory compliance audits and permitting support.

Client & Regulatory Interface

Serve as primary point of contact with clients, regulators, and contractors.

Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Ensure adherence to environmental laws (EPA, state agencies, CEQA/NEPA, etc.).

Team Leadership

Supervise, train, and mentor junior engineers and scientists.

Review and approve technical documents prepared by staff.

Contribute to business development through proposals and client networking.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Experience: Typically 7–10+ years in environmental consulting or engineering.

Strong knowledge of remediation technologies, risk assessment, and environmental regulations.

Proven project management and leadership skills.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Master’s degree preferred for senior-level positions.

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license required (or ability to obtain within a set time).

Certification in environmental fields (e.g., CHMM, OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training) is often desirable.

Experience

7–10+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or remediation.

Proven track record leading Phase I/II ESAs, remediation projects, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Experience with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., EPA, CEQA/NEPA in the U.S.).

Technical Skills

Site investigation, soil and groundwater remediation, air quality, and risk assessment.

Remediation system design (e.g., pump-and-treat, soil vapor extraction).

Environmental regulations and permitting; proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, groundwater modeling, and data analysis tools.

Soft Skills

Strong leadership and mentoring ability for junior engineers/scientists.

Excellent communication skills (written reports, regulatory documents, client presentations).

Project management skills: budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.

Business development mindset (helping bring in new clients/projects).

Benefits

Financial & Compensation

Competitive base salary ($100k–$150k+).

Performance bonuses or profit-sharing opportunities.

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching (U.S.) or superannuation contributions (Australia).

Overtime or additional pay for field/project work.

Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S. standard).

Life insurance and disability coverage.

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for counseling, wellness, and mental health support.

Paid sick leave and wellness days.

Time Off

Generous paid vacation/annual leave (often 3–4 weeks for senior staff).

Paid holidays.

Paid parental leave (varies by country).

Professional Growth

Continuing education support (tuition reimbursement, certifications, conferences).

Paid PE license renewals and memberships in engineering societies.

Opportunities for career advancement into Principal Engineer, Project Director, or Department Manager roles.

Mentorship and leadership training.

Work-Life & Perks

Flexible work arrangements (hybrid office/field, remote days for reporting).

Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for site visits.

Fieldwork allowances (meals, lodging, travel reimbursement).

Team-building activities and company events.

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