Job Description
Job DescriptionStormwater Engineer and Scientist
Location: Daly City, CA | Irvine, CA | Portland, OR
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $85,000 – $134,000/year
About the Role
This position supports stormwater compliance and stormwater management design projects for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients. Reporting to the Team Leader, you'll step in as a key contributor across a range of environmental projects — from fieldwork and data analysis to permit support and client training.
What You'll Do
- Manage and support a variety of environmental projects as a core member of the Environmental practice
- Prepare technical memoranda, Exceedance Response Action (ERA) reports, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), and electronic deliverables
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses of stormwater runoff
- Design stormwater best management practices (BMPs)
- Inspect commercial, industrial, and construction sites for stormwater permit compliance
- Conduct pollutant source assessments and collect and evaluate stormwater quality data
- Provide client training on permit requirements, sampling procedures, and BMP implementation
- Assist with permit applications and communicate with environmental permitting agencies
- Collaborate with internal and external team members to deliver successful project outcomes
What You Bring Education
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science; Master's degree preferred
Experience and Skills
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an engineer or scientist in environmental engineering or consulting, with a background in industrial stormwater projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred
- Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP) certification, or interest in obtaining, preferred
- Experience with AutoCAD, AutoDesk Civil 3D, or ESRI Pro preferred
- OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred
Work Style
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with a solid work ethic
- Organized and able to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team
- Eager to grow professionally and contribute to a positive team environment
- Valid driver's license required
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent deadlines
- Must be able to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste sites
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
- Must be able to work 10-hour days and remain in a stationary position for extended periods
- Travel up to 20% of the time, potentially overnight, for client meetings and site visits
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive base salary with an additional annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance. Comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Group medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions
- Bonus and incentive compensation
- Career advancement and outstanding training opportunities