Environmental Engineer - Site Investigation and Remediation

About the position

VHB's is looking to hire an Environmental Engineer in its growing Site Investigation & Remediation team, the role could be based in either our Boston, MA or Providence, RI office. At VHB we're passionate about making meaningful contributions to the world through the work that we do. We're also recognized as '2025 Best Managed Company' with multiple 'Best places to work'. If you're interested in making a positive impact, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and making smart new friends and work in a firm that truly cares about you, we'd like to talk.

Responsibilities

• Work in team environment managing multiple projects concurrently across varying stages of development.
• Guide, support, and mentor junior engineers on engineering designs, soil/groundwater/soil vapor remediation designs, field procedures, monitoring well installation, construction oversight, and more.
• Draft proposals, develop budgets, review invoices, and maintain clear, effective communication with clients.
• Develop comprehensive remedial plans, specifications, drawings, instructions, and cost assessments.
• Design remedial systems for groundwater treatment, vapor intrusion mitigation, and related challenges.
• Author, review, and QC technical documents.
• Manage time appropriately to produce high-quality products for VHB's clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering. Master's Degree preferred.
• 5-8 years' experience in environmental/remediation consulting.
• EIT license and/or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certificate with a current 8-hour HAZWOPER Refresher.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong understanding of the MassDEP environmental regulations and related guidance documents pertaining to spill assessment and cleanup, hazardous waste, etc.
• Experience working in other New England states is a plus.
• Interest or experience in Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan review, sub-slab depressurization system (SSDS) design, and applicable regulations is a plus.
• Highly motivated with strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a collaborative team-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Active involvement in professional organizations and a commitment to continuous professional education to stay ahead of industry regulations and best practices.

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards.
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth.
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace.