Environmental Compliance Engineer

GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer / Scientist or Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professional to join our team. This position would be based out of our Livonia, MI office. The ideal candidate must be a highly motivated independent self-starter with a client-oriented focus. The position will include performing various technical tasks, conducting complex analyses and calculations, and preparing various types of reports and documents including regulatory programs, audit reports, permit applications, and environmental management-system-related documentation.

Some travel and overnight stays may be required s position may also involve being outsourced to client facilities.

The successful candidate will work on a fast-paced team of Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals. Our close-knit culture at GZA will allow you to grow professionally. You will quickly be managing projects with an opportunity to impact the growth of individual clients and the overall practice. You will work closely with seasoned professionals, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas.

Our success relies on this collaborative environment.

• Technical project execution in the following regulatory program areas:
  • Air emissions permitting and control
  • EPCRA
  • EH&S compliance auditing
  • Wastewater/stormwater permitting, monitoring, and reporting
  • Hazardous waste management
  • SPCC/SWPPP/ICP development
  • OSHA program development
  • Personnel training
  • Industrial wastewater pretreatment

• Project Management skills and budgeting
• Business Development activities
• Attending conferences/continuing education in technical practice area
• Engaging in staff development for junior and mid-level staff
• Assisting on projects and tasks outside of primary responsibilities as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, science, health, or related technical field (Master’s Degree a plus)
• 10+ years of relevant experience and knowledge of applicable EH&S laws and regulations
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) desired
• Ability to complete tasks independently and within a team
• Exceptional professional judgment, consistency, and strong attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, regulatory agency representatives, contractors, clients, etc.
• Experience preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven business development skills and active participation in professional activities
• Completed 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER training (preferred)
• Professional development and enrichment.
• Opportunity to work in a wide range of engineering, manufacturing, and industrial environments.
• Generous, company‑subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Longstanding commitment to technical excellence.

GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. GZA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.