Entry Level Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Compliance

About the role

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist/Engineer to support environmental projects through research, data analysis, technical writing, and environmental assessments. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build their environmental consulting experience with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will contribute to projects involving environmental compliance, regulatory research, technical documentation, and data management while developing their knowledge of applicable environmental regulations and industry practices. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days per week in the office. Candidates should reside within one hour of Washington, D.C., to accommodate periodic onsite work in the DC area and at Indian Head, MD.

About the role

• Support environmental assessments, investigations, and compliance activities
• Conduct research on environmental regulations, policies, and technical guidance
• Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret environmental data
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, summaries, and other project deliverables
• Assist with environmental permitting, regulatory documentation, and compliance reviews
• Review technical documents and project materials for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare maps and review GIS data in ArcPro
• Collaborate with project managers, scientists, engineers, and other technical staff to meet project deadlines
• Communicate and coordinate with clients and other contractors
• Maintain organized project records and documentation
• Support additional environmental consulting activities as project needs arise

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field
• 0-1 year of professional experience
• Minimum GPA of 3.0; college transcripts required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote environment
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn new technical concepts and regulatory requirements
• Internship, research, academic projects, or other experience related to environmental science or environmental consulting
• Familiarity with federal, state, or local environmental regulations is preferred
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Pay and benefits

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.