At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
Primary Responsibilities
The primary duties of the Environmental Engineer are to conduct, supervise or direct remediation engineering projects. Environmental Engineer responsibilities include:
Utilize environmental engineering knowledge to perform engineering functions related to environmental investigation and remediation projects.
Work on diverse remedial engineering projects that with a wide range of contaminants (VOCs/SVOCs/metals/PFAS/PCBs/NAPL) in all types of media (soil/groundwater/surface water/bedrock/ etc.) utilizing innovative remedial technologies (P&T/removal/containment/dredging/ISS/chemical oxidation/bioremediation/capping).
Working with PMs and clients to develop scope, schedule and budgets for remediation projects.
Lead team of staff engineers and scientists in preparation of remediation design deliverables including engineering design reports, construction drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates and construction schedules.
Prepare reports including Feasibility Studies, Pre-Design Investigations, Remedial Design and Remedial Action plans and reports.
Participate in meetings with clients and regulatory agencies to resolve technical issues and negotiate remediation strategies.
May function as a task manager on large remediation projects.
Develop and implement field investigations. Primary role is to supervise investigation team from the office but may require leading investigation from the field.
Serve as a consultant and supervisor of remedial construction management projects as needed.
Work independently on technical tasks involving data analysis, interpreting results, and preparing technical reports, plans and specifications.
Delegate and supervise project teammates on remediation design components.
Assist in marketing efforts for environmental project proposals.
Preferred Qualifications
5 years of experience in remediation projects with a focus on remedial design.
Excellent communication skills are essential and strong writing skills are required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team often with professionals across multiple offices. Capable of working under the direction of project managers/senior engineers and supervising junior engineers on project tasks.
Strong commitment to safety, including following health and safety protocols.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced dynamic environment handling multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Requires ability to travel.
Practical experience with Michigan Part 115 & 201 Regulations and working with EGLE
Practical experience with EPA CCR Rule and working with EPA
Prior consulting experience in Michigan
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and current 8-hour annual refresher
Experience with persistent bioaccumulative organic chemicals, metals, and emerging contaminants such as PFAS
40-hour HAZWOPER training a plus.
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, and/or Bentley software products preferred.
Prior experience with field work and different environmental and/or remedial technologies a plus.
Development and negotiating remedial actions, including federal projects a plus.
Federal Superfund Feasibility Study and Design experience is a plus.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related Engineering field
Previous experience designing and creating plans and specifications for environmental engineering projects, such as remediation design and implementation
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a task
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
