Senior Remediation Engineer
Senior Remediation Engineer
Locations: California (Sacramento, Oakland, Los Angeles, or Orange County)
Remote: Remote candidates considered
Travel: ~20%
Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000 (commensurate with experience)
About the Company
Our Client is an internationally recognized environmental engineering consulting firm specializing in environmental remediation, air quality, and hydrogeology. As a 100% employee‑owned company, our Client offers an ownership‑driven culture, industry‑leading benefits, and long‑term career growth. Our professionals collaborate across disciplines to solve complex environmental challenges for public and private clients nationwide.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Remediation Engineer to join their national remediation team. This role offers the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects across the United States while mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver innovative and practical remediation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and operation & maintenance (O&M) of environmental remediation systems across a range of site conditions
- Serve as a technical leader on complex remediation projects, including site investigation, feasibility studies, design, construction, and closure
- Provide oversight and guidance to junior and mid‑level engineers and technical staff
- Collaborate with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders to ensure project success
- Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, scope development, cost estimating, and client interaction
- Assist with developing new client relationships and maintaining long‑term client partnerships
- Participate in strategic planning and national technical initiatives
- Travel approximately 20% to project sites and client meetings across the U.S.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in the design, implementation, and O&M of environmental remediation technologies
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in California or one or more of the following states: UT, AZ, NM, NV, WA, OR
- Strong understanding of a wide range of remediation technologies (e.g., soil and groundwater remedies, in situ/ex situ systems)
- Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and schedules
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on large, multi‑site or nationwide remediation programs
- Demonstrated success in proposal development and client engagement
- Experience working in consulting environments with public and private sector clients
- Interest in leadership, mentoring, and long‑term career growth within an employee‑owned firm
Why Join?
- Competitive salary ($120,000-$170,000) plus bonus opportunities
- 100% employee ownership with long‑term wealth‑building opportunities
- Industry‑leading PTO and comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible work options, including remote work considerations
- Opportunity to work with a national team on high‑impact projects
- Clear pathways for technical leadership and business development growth
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