Environmental Engineer

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Engineer for our Indianapolis, Indiana office working remotely in Northern Indiana. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. This job opening provides an opportunity to progress while working in an established environmental consulting firm that values its employees’ enthusiasm and technical contributions.

We encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

This position involves the implementation of project work associated with multimedia (air, water, soil, and biota) investigations and remediation. The position requires work at project sites, around construction equipment, drilling rigs, and environmental contamination. The selected candidate needs to be a self‑starter, open to learning, adaptable to change, have a strong work ethic, and thrive in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities.

• Approximately 70% field work and travel with overnight stays. Travel can include weeks at a time or be a few days per week.
• Perform environmental sampling (e.g.,
  surface water, groundwater, soil, sediment, soil vapor, indoor air
  ) and oversee subcontractors in the field (e.g., drillers).
• Complete detailed field notes and other forms of documentation to accurately capture field activities and observations.
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Communicate with staff, management, clients, and regulators or on‑site personnel effectively and professionally in both verbal and written form.
• Assist and coordinate project planning with labs, drillers, and equipment vendors as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience in environmental sampling, site investigation, or remediation.
• Must be organized and detail‑oriented.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexible to work outside normal business hours, at locations requiring overnight stays, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to apply analytical/scientific thinking to define and solve problems.
• Willingness to work well in a team environment and follow detailed instructions while learning new skills.
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time either stationary or walking.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight‑fitting respirator/fit‑for‑duty exam/medical exam.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s motor‑vehicle screening.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification is required.
• Experience in site investigations is required.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Experience using/maintaining field equipment (e.g., groundwater pumps, field meters).
• Regulatory experience in Indiana and Michigan.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.