Staff Civil / Environmental Engineer

If you're looking for a place to kick-start your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic and innovative firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you! As a Staff Civil / Environmental Engineer in Houston, Texas you will have the opportunity to apply your academic and professional knowledge to real-world situations while developing solutions for the challenges that our clients face. We are searching for motivated professionals to support and lead projects involved in civil engineering design, soil and groundwater remediation, due diligence, environmental permitting and compliance, waste facility design permitting, and other exciting environmental issues. Our ideal candidate is someone eager to develop their experience related to design and analysis, project management, regulatory understanding, and technical report writing, while also building the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and highest priority challenges involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals? Some of the key responsibilities for the position include:

• Learning and developing technical skillsets to support civil and environmental engineering related projects for renewable energy, manufacturing, petrochemical, waste, oil and gas, and land development sectors.
• Performing calculations, collecting and interpreting data, and reviewing regulatory criteria to inform engineering and environmental designs.
• Working with CAD designers to prepare permitting and construction level drawings and technical specifications for a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects.
• Preparing and managing technical reports related to stormwater permitting, spill prevention, environmental investigations, facility siting, waste containment, and other exciting technical disciplines.
• Performing field investigations and collecting environmental samples of soil, groundwater, soil-vapor, and other environmental media.
• Conducting environmental site assessments, facility inspections, and construction oversight as directed.
• Reviewing and researching regulatory topics, along with determining regulatory applicability to processes and problems.
• Supporting client opportunities and proposal preparation, and gain increasing responsibility with project tasks through training provided by Geosyntec and by working with senior staff and management.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec's culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will guide and integrate you into Geosyntec's culture.

Here are some other things you should know about this position:

• Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, defensive driving certification, 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 30%
• Overnight travel: Up to 25%

Your success is our success. We encourage our professionals to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual's own performance and initiative.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

• Bachelor's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering (required)
• Advanced degree in civil and/or environmental engineering. (preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) certification or the ability to obtain certification.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework and/or professional work experience directly related to civil and environmental engineering disciplines. (required)
• At least one year of hands-on experience in a professional setting, including performing calculations, interpreting data, and preparing technical reports. (preferred)
• AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or ArcGIS capabilities. (required)
• Understanding of state and federal environmental regulatory framework. (preferred)
• Strong technical writing and communication skills. (required)
• Familiarity with environmental compliance, site investigation and remediation, and environmental permitting regulations in Texas. (preferred)
• Prior experience through internships, co-ops, consulting, and/or other professional environments. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits