If you’re looking for a place to kick-start your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic employee-owned firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you!  As a Staff Water Resources Engineer or Scientist in Akron, Cleveland, or Columbus, Ohio, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world situations while solving our clients’ water quality challenges related to Clean Water Act (CWA) compliance, such as the application of water quality standards through NPDES permits, TMDLs and agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs), and develop experience related to water quality sampling, data analysis, and reporting, while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. 

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals? Some of the key responsibilities for the position include:

  • Researching pending CWA-related regulatory and legislative changes and evaluating impacts to clients;
  • Reviewing state and federal regulations and permits pertaining to surface water;
  • Managing, evaluating, and summarizing monitoring or other water quality data;
  • Preparing technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, and proposals;
  • Preparing and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties; and
  • Supporting staff with environmental compliance programs.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will guide and integrate you into Geosyntec’s culture.

Here are some other things you should know about this position:

  • Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, defensive driving certification, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
  • Fieldwork: Up to 10%
  • Overnight travel: Up to 10%

Your success is our success. We encourage our professionals to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual’s own performance and initiative.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering, natural resources science (e.g., fisheries, biology, ecology etc.) or other closely related discipline. (required)
  • Advanced degree in environmental or civil engineering or natural resources science (e.g., fisheries, biology, ecology etc.). (preferred)

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to use writing and presentation skills to clearly convey complex concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
  • Ability to use deductive and inductive reasoning to evaluate written and oral information.
  • Ability to complete the U.S. EPA Water Quality Standards Academy (online course) and demonstrate comprehension of key concepts within three (3) months of hire.
  • Prior internship experience in environmental consulting. (preferred)
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) 

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits

The Geosyntec family of companies is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Geosyntec is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hr@geosyntec.com or call (561) 995-0900 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.


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