Geologist or Environmental Scientist

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level 

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.  

Step into your new role:

Kleinfelder is seeking a Geologist or Environmental Scientist to join our Site Assessment and Remediation (SAR) Team to support project efforts across the mid-Atlantic area. This position is available in our Hanover, MD office.

The selected candidate will be capable of working both as an integral team member and at times independently, using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve problems of diverse scope. Kleinfelder provides training for all new tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Phase I ESAs.
• Phase II ESA field efforts and reporting, including:
  • groundwater sampling.
  • soil vapor sampling.
  • collection and logging of soil samples.
  • oversight of monitoring well installation.
  • waste management.
  • Remediation support, including:
  • O&M of remediation systems (established mechanical aptitude highly desired).
  • performing calculations.
  • Analyzing and interpreting analytical data.
  • Supporting development of technical reports.

Requirements:

• BS degree in geology or environmental science.
• 4+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firms or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required.
• Soil and/or ground water sample collection experience.
• Experience with various contaminants including chlorinated compounds, petroleum compounds, PCBs, PFAS compounds, and metals. 
• Experience with Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC).
• A demonstrated ability to follow direction and work independently, as well as, in a team environment and a positive professional attitude.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment and problem-solving capabilities.
• Possess excellent organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Experience/Certifications:

• 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• AHERA certification and hazardous building materials experience.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Maryland Wage Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $71,076 per year to $100,000 per year.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those.