Environmental Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Engineer to join our team, focusing on field activities and data collection. This role offers the opportunity to supervise and coordinate field staff, oversee data interpretation, and prepare technical reports. You will ensure compliance with company and client standards, while supporting the training and growth of junior staff. Collaborating with senior leadership, you will build consulting and leadership skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement work plans and protocols.
• Supervise and coordinate field staff and activities.
• Assist with field implementation as needed.
• Oversee data collection and reduction processes.
• Interpret findings and prepare technical reports with remediation recommendations.
• Track task schedules, budgets, and invoicing.
• Ensure compliance with company and client standards.
• Mentor junior staff and facilitate their professional growth.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance consulting and leadership skills.

• Bachelors degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting.
• Strong background in site investigation and remediation.
• Ability to design and manage field programs, including scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination.
• Experience leading site and remedial investigation field activities.
• Strong analytical and data evaluation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with technical protocols and regulatory standards.

• Experience with the Illinois Site Remediation Program (SRP) is preferred.
• Professional Geologist (P.G.) or P.E. license is a plus.
• Willingness to mentor and support junior staff through hands-on technical guidance.

This position involves a hybrid work schedule, with approximately 70% office-based and 30% field-based activities. Individuals are required to be in the office at least 3 days a week, with potential travel out of state one week per month. Most projects are local to Chicago, and company trucks are provided for client sites requiring overnight travel. If trucks are unavailable, rental cars can be expensed. Mileage reimbursement is offered for personal vehicle use. The work environment is collaborative, with teams working together from project initiation to completion. Long-term opportunities include obtaining professional licensure and progressing to project management roles.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $46.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Oak Brook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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