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Principal Environmental Engineer

New York, NY

On-site Full time

$148,000 to $188,000 a year

The employer is a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm serving public agencies and private developers.

The employer is looking for a Principal Environmental Engineer in New York, NY. In this role you will set technical direction alongside an experienced environmental engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our New York location.

What you’ll do

  • Write compliance reports for state and federal agencies
  • Prepare air, water and waste permit applications
  • Collect and interpret soil, groundwater and air samples
  • Advise clients on environmental regulations
  • 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
  • Knowledge of EPA and state environmental regulations
  • Strong technical writing
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (or able to obtain)
  • 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 New York, NY is $148,000 – $188,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness stipend
  • Annual professional development and certification budget
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off plus paid company holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts

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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