Environmental Engineer II

Universal Engineering Sciences

Reno, Nevada

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Consulting, Customer Relations, Drilling, Engineer in Training (EIT), Environmental Compliance, Environmental Design, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Environmental Management, Geographic Information System Software, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Healthcare, Maintain Compliance, Materials Testing, Mentoring, Multitasking, People Management, Physical Demands, Professional Engineer, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Stormwater Management, Technical Writing, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Reno, Nevada
POSTED
1 day ago
Who We Are:

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview:

The Environmental Engineer II independently performs standard engineering assignments and supports project delivery for environmental compliance, remediation, and infrastructure projects. This role contributes to design, permitting, and client coordination.


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Responsibilities:
  • Conduct environmental analyses, assessments, and permitting activities
  • Prepare and review technical reports, plans, and specifications
  • Design environmental systems (e.g., stormwater management, remediation systems)
  • Manage task-level project components, including schedule and budget tracking
  • Interface with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff
  • Ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations
  • Other duties as assigned
Job Responsibilities Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field
  • 2 – 5 years of relevant AEC or consulting experience
  • Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory frameworks
  • Demonstrated technical writing and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT with progress toward PE
  • Nevada Certified Environmental Manager (CEM)
  • Experience with modeling software, GIS, or design tools
  • Experience with environmental assessment, remediation, or water resources projects
Travel Requirements:

This position requires travel (20% - 50%) as part of its primary responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Combination of office and fieldwork
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
EEO Statement:

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here

About the Company

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Universal Engineering Sciences

Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc. (Universal) is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, environmental sciences, construction materials testing, and threshold inspection. We are a growing, competitive firm with a strong position and reputation in our industry. We are always looking for ways to provide enhanced services. With this in mind, we began offering private provider inspection (PPI) and plan review in 2003, and added in-house geophysical engineering and surveys to our already wide range of construction-related services.

Universal’s mission is to do “WHATEVER IT TAKES” to provide our services with a primary focus on understanding and delivering solutions for each of our individual client’s needs, be that timeliness, cost-saving recommendations, ingenuity or any other requirement they may have.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Construction
FOUNDED
1964
WEBSITE
http://universalengineering.com/