Job Title: Entry Level Environmental Engineer

Job Description

This position as an Associate Professional - Staff Engineer involves various activities related to environmental consulting. Situated in the Overland Park, KS office, you will engage in projects focusing on civil/environmental services, including landfills, landfill infrastructure, and composting. The role requires a motivated and eager learner who embraces teamwork and seeks professional development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications.
• Follow directions of the Project Manager to meet both client and company expectations.
• Apply knowledge to address engineering or scientific problems, review plans, and assist in work coordination under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Conduct fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions, including surveys, data gathering, construction quality assurance, and inspections.
• Perform office-based tasks such as CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, creating site plans and facility diagrams, and preparing permit applications.
• Receive technical guidance on complex problems and seek supervisory approval on proposed plans or projects.
• Travel approximately 20% of the time, primarily locally, with occasional overnight trips.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related major.
• Competency with MS Office and other computer software used in environmental consulting.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D design software is ideal.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Progress towards a professional engineering license or E.I.T certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with geology, environmental engineering, data collection, report writing, and field inspection.
• Experience with HAZWOPER training and construction quality assurance.

Work Environment

The role involves spending 50%-60% of the year working in the field on landfill sites, with the remaining 40%-50% in the Overland Park, KS office. The office environment includes cubicles and private office spaces for project managers and higher-level employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $31.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Overland Park, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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