Job Title: Environmental Engineer III
Location: Pleasanton, CA
Description/Job SummaryPOSITION DESCRIPTIONJoin HGL's growing team in California as an
Environmental Engineer III. The Engineer III will provide environmental engineering, remediation, and deputy project management support services to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other federal and state government clients throughout the western United States. This is a hybrid position based out of HGL's Pleasanton, CA office, with 3 days a week in the office.
As an Engineer III, you will work with our high performing HGL teams and be responsible for supporting HGL's portfolio of environmental investigation, remediation, and oversight projects for various agencies across the United States and territories. Initial duties will include providing remedial investigation oversight and design oversight as well as oversight of remedial action (RA) projects. This position will also serve as a deputy project manager for large federal projects. Projects may include in situ thermal treatment, vapor intrusion, groundwater treatment (both in-situ and pump-and-treat), mine-waste cleanup, landfill cap construction, contaminated sediment removals, surface water treatment development and operations for organic and inorganics, and stabilization projects.
Responsibilities/DutiesWHAT YOU'LL BE DOING - Developing and providing technical review of engineering studies, plans, designs, and specifications for environmental investigation and remediation.
- Interfacing with program and project managers, senior technical staff, the government customer, and RA Contractors.
- Developing technical skills for long term growth and development.
- Managing characterization and remediation projects for Federal clients.
- Overseeing and assisting with preparation of project deliverables including remediation work plans UFP-QAPPs, FSPs, RI/FS Reports, SSHP/HASPs, technical memoranda and remedial design documents.
- Developing alternatives evaluation and design supporting environmental remediation activities, including soil excavation, in situ treatment, air sparging, and waste management.
- Preparing design calculations, data collection and analysis, conceptual site model development, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Utilizing approved digital and AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to support technical documentation, data analysis, project communications, and workflow efficiency.
- Providing technical support during investigation, planning, design, implementation, and completion (as-built) project phases.
Minimum RequirementsWHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL - Minimum of 6 years' experience in the environmental engineering field.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering related to Environmental Studies such as: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering fields.
- PE or ability to obtain PE within one year.
- Strong writing and document review skills with prior experience contributing to the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and work plans.
- Coordination of field subcontractors for environmental investigation and/or remediation activities. Knowledge and experience on CERCLA and EPA projects.
- Possess OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated ability to execute multiple projects and tasks concurrently, while adhering to cost and schedule.
Desired QualificationsWHAT YOU NEED TO STAND OUT - Preferred, not required- M.S. degree in engineering with a focus in Environmental Engineering or related field is a plus.
- Experience working on state and U.S. federal contracts.
- Experience with remediation of various contaminants of concern including volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, heavy metals, and PFAS investigation and remediation experience.
- Experience with multiple remedial technologies - evaluation and design.
- Experience using generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar) to improve technical writing, data analysis, research, visualization, or project delivery efficiency.
- Preparation of engineering technical specifications.
- Project Management Professional Certification (PMP).
Physical & Environmental RequirementsPHYSICAL & COGNITIVE REQUIRMENTS- Ability to lift/move/relocate items up to 50 lbs.
- Prolonged sitting up to 70% of the time.
- Prolonged standing up to 70% of the time.
- Walking long distances
- Repetitive hand motions (typing, tool use, etc.)
- Ability to see details at close range
- Ability to see details at a distance
- Viewing computer screens for extended periods
- Ability to interpret and analyze visual data (maps, graphs, warning indicators, etc.)
- Driving a company or personal vehicle
- Analyzing and synthesizing data
- Complex problem solving and decision making
- Reading and interpreting technical documents or regulations
- Writing reports, proposals, or technical documentation
- Leading a team or coordinating multiple priorities
- Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders
- Managing competing deadlines and shifting priorities
WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS- Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.)
- Must be able to travel up to 10% per year
- May work in environments with loud noises, dust, or hazardous materials
- Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Office work environment
- Potential for longer days up to 12 hours in duration
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
DetailsWork Schedule: HGL office work is dictated by a 5-day work week; however, fieldwork schedules will deviate based on job requirements and may require longer hours and weekends.
Office Type: Hybrid with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
Travel: Up to 10% during field season as needed. Travel will focus on western US task orders, and other nationwide work as needed.
A favorable pre-hire drug test is required.
All positions are subject to a pre-hire education and driving record verification.
Digital & AI Proficiency: HGL encourages the responsible use of approved AI-enabled and digital technologies to improve productivity, technical quality, decision-making, and project delivery. Candidates who demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and experience leveraging emerging technologies are highly valued.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $91,991 - $137,986. This position's final salary can be impacted by various factors including, but not limited to, contractual requirements, geographic location, job-related education, training, experience, and skills. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.
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