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Principal Environmental Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI

On-site Full time

$116,000 to $147,000 a year

The employer is an infrastructure consultancy focused on water, transportation and resilient communities.

We are hiring a Principal Environmental Engineer to join our environmental engineering team in Grand Rapids. You will set technical direction on projects that matter to our customers. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Grand Rapids location.

What you’ll do

  • Plan and run site investigations and remediation projects
  • Prepare air, water and waste permit applications
  • Advise clients on environmental regulations
  • Collect and interpret soil, groundwater and air samples
  • Mentor junior engineers and review their work
  • Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering
  • 8+ years of relevant professional experience
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (or able to obtain)
  • Field sampling experience
  • Strong technical writing
  • A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery

Nice to have

  • Experience with PFAS investigation or treatment
  • PE license

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in Grand Rapids, MI is $116,000 – $147,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off plus paid company holidays
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid professional licensing and society memberships
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance starting on day one
  • Wellness stipend

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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