Environmental Design Engineer – PFAS Remediation Focused

AECOM

. Support remediation system design and operations, maintenance, and monitoring .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in remediation system design, operations, and maintenance, with a strong focus on PFAS investigation and environmental consulting. Proficient in data analysis, technical report preparation, and project management within environmental engineering contexts.

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Remediation System DesignPFAS InvestigationEnvironmental ConsultingTechnical Report PreparationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Soil InvestigationGroundwater InvestigationRemedial DesignData AnalysisConstruction Cost EstimationTechnical Specification PreparationQuality ControlEnvironmental Media SamplingGroundwater MonitoringPerformance Evaluation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoringRelationship BuildingAttention to Health and Safety

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAECOM Quality Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringFE or EIT Certification40-Hour HAZWOPER TrainingPE Designation (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Environmental EngineeringRemediation ProjectsInterdisciplinary ReviewsRegulatory ComplianceField Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support remediation system design and operations, maintenance, and monitoring
Conduct soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects
Manage and oversee remediation system operations, maintenance, and monitoring
Manage data and produce technical reports
Provide engineering and design support for private industrial and municipal remediation projects
Develop, coordinate, and provide field oversight of pre-design investigations
Perform PFAS investigation, environmental media sampling, drinking water and water quality evaluation, groundwater monitoring, treatment and remedial design, construction support, permitting, operations, maintenance, and performance evaluation
Model and analyze remediation performance and subsurface conditions
Serve as a senior technical resource and provide specialized technical input
Analyze data and prepare or review reports, plans, calculations, drawings, figures, and specifications
Develop study and design procedures, construction cost estimates, technical effort estimates, budgets, and schedules
Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and perform quality control of design calculations and drawings
Prepare technical specification sections and PS&E packages
Interface with clients and regulatory agencies and write reports
Plan and manage environmental fieldwork and oversee subcontractors
Support project managers with budgeting, scheduling, scope development, and cost tracking
Support business development through pre-proposal meetings, site visits, proposal writing, and reviews
Implement AECOM Quality Management System deliverable requirements
Build trusting working relationships with clients and colleagues
Mentor junior staff and support workplace health and safety

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 is not available now or in the future
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
Ability to pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and background check
FE or EIT required
Direct PFAS experience
Master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Environmental Engineering preferred
10+ years of experience in environmental consulting and remediation system design 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 the USA preferred
Ability to travel to project locations, including driving and overnight stays; may require 20–30% travel

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
Award-winning training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location