Environmental Design Engineer – PFAS Remediation Focused

AECOM

. Support remediation system design and operations .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Chicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental remediation system design, PFAS investigations, and project management, with a strong focus on health and safety compliance. Proficient in data analysis, technical report production, and client engagement within the environmental consulting sector.

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PFAS InvestigationsEnvironmental Remediation System DesignData Management and Technical Report Production40-Hour HAZWOPER TrainingPE Designation

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Hard Skills

Environmental Media SamplingGroundwater MonitoringRemedial Technology DesignConstruction Quality AssuranceModeling and Analyzing Remediation PerformanceField Oversight of Pre-Design InvestigationsDeveloping Operation and Maintenance PlansPreparing Technical Specification SectionsCost Estimation for ConstructionInterdisciplinary Reviews

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral and Written Communication SkillsAttention to Health and SafetyAbility to Build Trusting Working RelationshipsMentoring Junior StaffSupport Business Development Activities

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringFE or EIT CertificationPE DesignationValid Driver's LicensePre-Employment Substance Abuse Test

Industry Keywords

Environmental ConsultingRemediation ProjectsGroundwater SamplingStormwater EngineeringSediment and Erosion Control EngineeringRegulatory AgenciesQuality Management SystemProject Budgets and SchedulesSubcontractor OversightEnvironmental Water Collection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support remediation system design and operations
Support soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects
Provide engineering and design support for industrial and municipal remediation projects
Develop, coordinate, and provide field oversight of pre-design investigations
Perform PFAS investigations, environmental media sampling, drinking water and water quality evaluations, and groundwater monitoring
Support treatment and remedial design, including RSSCTs, feasibility evaluations, pilot studies, and remedial treatment designs
Support remedial implementation, construction, permitting, and design clarifications
Evaluate treatment performance and maintenance activities; develop operation and maintenance plans
Model and analyze remediation performance and subsurface conditions
Analyze data and prepare or review reports, plans, calculations, drawings, figures, and specifications
Develop study and design procedures and construction cost estimates
Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and quality control of design calculations and drawings
Prepare technical specification sections and contribute to project budgets and schedules
Interface with clients and regulatory agencies and write reports
Plan and manage environmental fieldwork, remediation system O&M, groundwater sampling, fluid level gauging, and subcontractor oversight
Support project managers with budgeting, scheduling, scope development, and cost tracking
Support business development through pre-proposal meetings, site visits, proposal writing, and reviews
Mentor junior staff and maintain workplace health and safety
Implement AECOM Quality Management System deliverable requirements
Travel to project locations, potentially 20–30%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field and 6+ years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
US citizenship or permanent residency required; sponsorship unavailable
Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
Must pass pre-employment substance abuse test and background check
FE or EIT required
Direct PFAS experience
10+ years of environmental consulting and remediation system design preferred
Master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Environmental Engineering preferred
40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent attention to Health and Safety
PE Designation in any state within USA
Experience in remediation system design and management/oversight of operations, maintenance, and monitoring
Experience in data management and technical report production
Environmental water collection, conveyance, and treatment system engineering
Stormwater and sediment and erosion control engineering and permitting
Remedial technology design experience
PFAS project lifecycle experience
Construction quality assurance and quality control principles and practices
Ability to travel, including driving and overnight stays
Ability to support business development activities
Ability to build trusting working relationships with clients and colleagues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding
Global and local project opportunities
Resources and expert network for professional growth