Mid-level Environmental Scientist

AECOM • Sacramento, CA

1d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Mid-level Environmental Scientist III to join our Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) team. We are seeking candidates to fill a seconded role as an on-site Health & Safety Specialist for a program in Rancho Cordova, California. This full-time position within our Environmental group will provide and coordinate support related to Health & Safety and Environmental Compliance in a research and development laboratory and office setting. The duration of this position will be contingent upon AECOM maintaining our contract with the client.
About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Requirements

• BA/BS in related sciences.
• 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in supporting environmental projects related to health and safety and environmental compliance.
• Valid U.S. Driver's license is required for this role.
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.
• Candidate must be able to meet medical clearance requirements of an OSHA (HAZWOPER) medical surveillance physical exam.

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years working on environmental projects related to health and safety and environmental compliance in California.
• Previous experience with research and development laboratories.
• Previous experience working as an environmental consultant.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training with annual 8-hour refresher.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support health, safety and environmental projects and programs, including planning, coordination, execution, and tracking of deliverables to ensure compliance and timely completion.
• Conduct on‑site inspections to evaluate compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., air, water, waste, hazardous materials).
• Review permits, plans, records, and monitoring data to verify adherence to regulatory requirements and permit conditions.
• Identify violations, non‑conformances, and environmental risks, document findings through clear, detailed inspection reports.
• Collect environmental samples (air, water, soil, waste) using standardized protocols and ensure proper chain‑of‑custody.
• Investigate citizen complaints, spill reports, or alleged violations and determine appropriate enforcement or corrective actions.
• Communicate findings and compliance requirements to facility representatives; provide technical guidance on corrective measures and best practices.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders to support enforcement actions, follow‑up inspections, or compliance reviews.
• Maintain inspection records, databases, and tracking systems to ensure accurate documentation and timely reporting.
• Interpret and apply relevant regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, EPCRA) to inspection activities and compliance determinations.
• Participate in compliance assistance outreach, training sessions, or stakeholder meetings to promote environmental stewardship and regulatory awareness.
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance. Work is performed with minimal direction.
• Performing complex assignments often requires the development of unique solutions to problems.
• Participating in internal and client required calls.

Benefits

• AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level