UES, Inc.
Overview
At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
Position Overview Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our growing Cincinnati team. This role is ideal for candidates with 2–5 years of environmental field experience as well as recent graduates with relevant environmental internship experience who are eager to build a long-term career in consulting.
What You’ll Do As an Environmental Scientist, you will support environmental assessments, field investigations, and reporting efforts, including:
Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
Collecting soil, groundwater, vapor, and environmental samples
Supporting GPS data collection and field mapping
(preferred, not required)
Assisting with field documentation, data management, and photo logs
Preparing
technical reports, tables, and project documentation
Coordinating with project managers and field teams to meet project schedules
Following all safety protocols and quality standards
Travel & Schedule
Local travel
primarily within
Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana
Home most nights
with
minimal overnight travel
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2–4 years of experience in environmental fieldwork, laboratory testing, or compliance monitoring.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations (EPA, OSHA, state, and local standards).
Proficiency with environmental testing equipment, data management systems, and basic GIS software.
Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports and interact with engineers, project teams, and regulatory staff.
Ability to work independently in field conditions and as part of a project team.
Physical capability to perform fieldwork, including lifting equipment and working outdoors in various environments.
Preferred (Not Required)
HAZWOPER certification
GPS field data collection experience
Vapor sampling experience
Wetland delineation experience
Asbestos inspection or survey experience
What We’re Looking For Required / Preferred Qualifications
2–5 years of relevant environmental field experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field with internship experience
Experience or exposure to:
Phase I & II ESAs
Soil and groundwater sampling
Environmental field documentation and reporting
Strong computer skills
(Microsoft Office, data entry, reporting tools)
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift field equipment
Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally
Travel Requirements
Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and noisy environments).
Expect long hours on your feet, repetitive motions, and physically intensive tasks.
Approximately 40% field work and 60% office work.
Ability to climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, and work in confined spaces such as crawlspaces and attics.
Frequent use of PPE.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
May be required to drive long distances (hundreds of miles per day) and work occasional overtime or overnight shifts.
Limited regional travel may be required, including some overnight stays.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work is primarily conducted outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, including:
Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man‑made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
Moderate to loud noise levels due to lab equipment, field operations, and construction environments.
Exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions as part of field sample collection and testing.
Physical requirements include:
Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for laboratory and fieldwork.
Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach, climb, or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel, and sit).
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.
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Position Overview Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our growing Cincinnati team. This role is ideal for candidates with 2–5 years of environmental field experience as well as recent graduates with relevant environmental internship experience who are eager to build a long-term career in consulting.
What You’ll Do As an Environmental Scientist, you will support environmental assessments, field investigations, and reporting efforts, including:
Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
Collecting soil, groundwater, vapor, and environmental samples
Supporting GPS data collection and field mapping
(preferred, not required)
Assisting with field documentation, data management, and photo logs
Preparing
technical reports, tables, and project documentation
Coordinating with project managers and field teams to meet project schedules
Following all safety protocols and quality standards
Travel & Schedule
Local travel
primarily within
Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana
Home most nights
with
minimal overnight travel
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2–4 years of experience in environmental fieldwork, laboratory testing, or compliance monitoring.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations (EPA, OSHA, state, and local standards).
Proficiency with environmental testing equipment, data management systems, and basic GIS software.
Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports and interact with engineers, project teams, and regulatory staff.
Ability to work independently in field conditions and as part of a project team.
Physical capability to perform fieldwork, including lifting equipment and working outdoors in various environments.
Preferred (Not Required)
HAZWOPER certification
GPS field data collection experience
Vapor sampling experience
Wetland delineation experience
Asbestos inspection or survey experience
What We’re Looking For Required / Preferred Qualifications
2–5 years of relevant environmental field experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field with internship experience
Experience or exposure to:
Phase I & II ESAs
Soil and groundwater sampling
Environmental field documentation and reporting
Strong computer skills
(Microsoft Office, data entry, reporting tools)
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift field equipment
Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally
Travel Requirements
Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and noisy environments).
Expect long hours on your feet, repetitive motions, and physically intensive tasks.
Approximately 40% field work and 60% office work.
Ability to climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, and work in confined spaces such as crawlspaces and attics.
Frequent use of PPE.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
May be required to drive long distances (hundreds of miles per day) and work occasional overtime or overnight shifts.
Limited regional travel may be required, including some overnight stays.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work is primarily conducted outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, including:
Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man‑made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
Moderate to loud noise levels due to lab equipment, field operations, and construction environments.
Exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions as part of field sample collection and testing.
Physical requirements include:
Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for laboratory and fieldwork.
Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach, climb, or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel, and sit).
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.
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