Environmental Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Environmental Engineer/Geotechnical Engineer/Geological Engineer/Geologist
Location: Montana
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Environmental/Geoscience Services
Reports To: Senior Engineer or Project Manager

Water and Environmental Technologies, Inc (WET) is an organization founded on providing quality, cost-effective consulting services to our clients, and dedication to our employees and communities. Our mission is defined by our core values that guide decisions to manage WET in the best interest of the ESOP, and to stay true to our company motto of “Client and Community Dedicated, Employee Owned.”

WET is a 100% employee-owned technical consulting firm, headquartered in Butte, Montana, that provides our clients with geoscience and engineering solutions on projects throughout Montana, Wyoming, and the Western US.

WET is seeking an entry level full time self-motivated Environmental Engineer, Geotechical Engineer, Geological Engineer, or Geologist who can independently apply core environmental engineering and geologic principles and standards to a wide range of projects. The ideal candidate will bring practical experience and technical knowledge to support the development of effective and constructible design solutions for environmental and geotechnical projects.

The successful applicant will collaborate with Project Managers and multidisciplinary design teams to prepare high-quality project deliverables. Responsibilities include collecting field data, preparing and assisting with preparation of engineering reports, developing work plans and calculations, conducting field investigations, and overseeing drilling and construction activities, assure compliance with applicable state and federal environmental regulations and supporting various phases of project execution.

• Soil and groundwater sampling.
• Well logging.
• Geotechnical and environmental data analysis.
• Soil classification.
• Preparation and assistance with implementation of work plans.
• Assistance with and preparation of engineering and project reports.
• Assist with proposal preparation and marketing efforts.
• Assist with geoscience based projects across Montana, the Rocky Mountain, and Pacific Northwest regions.
• Review for quality assurance and quality control to ensure compliance with WET standards.
• Convey design analysis and results effectively in written reports and documentation.
• Utilize effective written and oral communication.
• Travel to WET job sites, and other WET offices, as necessary.
• Be safety conscious at all times.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related degree from an ABET accredited College or University.
• If not licensed, the ability to obtain an EI or GIT certification license within two years of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years experience preferred but not required.
• Basic MS Office skills including, but not limited to, Word and Excel.
• Valid Driver’s License and insurability under company policy required.

• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Soil and groundwater sampling.
• Well logging.
• Geotechnical and environmental data analysis.
• Soil classification.
• Combination of office work and fieldwork in various weather conditions.
• Travel to multiple sites or remote locations may be required.

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. WET offers a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition to the benefits package, WET offers performance-based bonuses, an Employee Sponsored 401k, and an employee stock ownership program (ESOP) which provides company ownership to all employees at no cost to the employee.

The application process requires candidates to submit a résumé and cover letter. Cover letters can be uploaded with the résumé in the attachments section. Please ensure both documents are uploaded before submitting your application.

WET is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes.

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