Environmental Design Engineer – PFAS Remediation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Assist in the design and operation of remediation systems, as well as soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects.

• Oversee the management and design of remediation system operations, maintenance, and monitoring.

• Handle data management and the production of technical reports.

• Provide engineering and design assistance for remediation projects in both private industrial and municipal sectors.

• Develop, coordinate, and oversee field investigations prior to design.

• Aid in the design of remedial technologies for water and wastewater systems.

• Conduct PFAS investigations, environmental media sampling, evaluations of drinking water and water quality, and groundwater monitoring.

• Assist in treatment and remedial design efforts, including RSSCTs, feasibility studies, pilot projects, and treatment designs.

• Support the implementation of remediation through construction assistance, permitting, and design clarifications.

• Assess treatment performance and assist in maintenance activities and operation and maintenance plans.

• Model and analyze the performance of remediation efforts and subsurface conditions.

• Provide specialized technical insights and serve as a senior technical advisor.

• Analyze data and prepare or review reports, plans, calculations, drawings, figures, and specifications.

• Develop study and design procedures, along with construction cost and technical effort estimates.

• Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and perform quality control on design calculations and drawings.

• Draft technical specification sections and contribute to engineering budgets and timelines.

• Collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies and prepare reports.

• Plan and manage environmental fieldwork, groundwater sampling, fluid-level gauging, and oversee subcontractors.

• Assist project managers with budgeting, scheduling, scope development, and tracking costs.

• Facilitate business development through pre-proposal meetings, site visits, proposal writing, and reviews.

• Implement the AECOM Quality Management System deliverable requirements.

• Foster trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.

• Mentor junior staff and promote workplace health and safety.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a closely related field with 6+ years of relevant experience, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

• A valid driver's license is required.

• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment substance abuse test and background check.

• FE or EIT certification is required.

• Direct experience with PFAS is essential.

• Completion of 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training is required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is necessary.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills are required.

• Strong attention to Health and Safety practices is essential.

• PE Designation in any state within the USA is preferred.

• Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Environmental Engineering.

• Preferred: Over 10 years of experience in environmental consulting and remediation system design.

• Willingness and ability to travel to project locations, including driving and overnight stays; travel may require 20–30% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life and AD&D benefits.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.