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Environmental Engineer - Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co.

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SALT LAKE CITY, UTHybrid
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Job overview

BARR Engineering seeks an environmental engineer for its Salt Lake City office to support contaminated-site investigation, evaluation, and remediation projects. The role includes field and office work, with assignments involving environmental sampling, data analysis, remedial design, monitoring, and technical reporting. A hybrid arrangement may be considered. Fieldwork may occur year-round, with travel and schedule adjustments based on project needs.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityOrganizationProactivityAttention to DetailReliabilitySafety AwarenessEngineering PrinciplesEnvironmental SamplingEnvironmental Data AnalysisRemediation ApproachesRegulatory KnowledgeScientific ReasoningField CoordinationContractor OversightTechnical Reporting

Qualifications

Willingness to TravelSchedule FlexibilityWork in Rough TerrainWork in Industrial Facilities

Full job description

The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking an environmental engineer to join our Salt Lake City, Utah, office. In this hybrid role, you will support the Assessment and Remediation business unit and undertake challenging and progressive work on projects related to the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of contaminated sites. Assignments may include working as an individual or as part of a project team to assist with on-site investigations of contaminated soil, sediment, groundwater, and soil gas; construction observation; engineering calculations; remedial design; treatment system monitoring and evaluation; construction cost estimates, plans, and specifications; and technical reports. Fieldwork opportunities for this position may be year-round and will include some out-of-town travel. The ideal candidate for this position is a clear and confident communicator who thrives in collaborative and independent work environments. They are adaptable, organized, proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable asking thoughtful questions. They bring a high level of attention to detail and take ownership of assigned tasks in dynamic field and office conditions. They demonstrate reliability, safety awareness, and a growth mindset as they build their technical skills and professional judgment. Above all, they value teamwork, quality, and integrity in delivering impactful environmental solutions. Expected Start Date: approximately May 2027 Your impact - key responsibilities * Technical knowledge: apply foundational engineering principles to support site investigations, environmental sampling, and data collection. Assist in the analysis of environmental data and contribute to the development of remediation approaches. * Project support: help coordinate field activities and logistics, including contractor oversight and equipment preparation. Assist in tracking project progress and documenting key milestones. * Problem solving: contribute to evaluating site conditions and identifying potential solutions to environmental challenges. Learn how to apply regulatory knowledge and scientific reasoning to real-world scenarios. * Communication: produce clear field notes, chain-of-custody and data summaries, figures, and draft report sections and emails for review. Provide concise status updates to project managers and stakeholders. * Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships. About the opportunity * Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah, office. * Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs (including up to 25% travel and 50-65% fieldwork expected; project needs will vary seasonally and over time). * Work environment: ability to work in locations that may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring the cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants... For full info follow application link. Barr is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nat ional origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status.

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