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Environmental jobs at Brown and Caldwell span water resources, remediation, permitting, and infrastructure planning across their consulting practice. The firm has an established process for supporting international candidates through employer-sponsored visa pathways, making it a realistic target for Environmental professionals who need work authorization.
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The ideal candidate will have strong technical, written, and verbal skills. We are looking for someone that is highly organized and capable of working with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and other technical staff on multiple tasks with competing priorities. The successful candidate will have a positive, can-do attitude; will be flexible and self-motivated, creative and well-organized, and quality-oriented with attention to detail.
The Environmental Technical role supports basic evaluations, testing, and fieldwork related to toxicology, chemistry, and the physical properties of environmental media. Responsibilities include conducting field sampling, performing calculations, and assisting with technical analyses of solids, liquids, and gases. The duties may include collecting samples, performing watershed assessments, calculations, and report preparation. This role may also participate in delineations of waters of the State and US, and review of lab data from chemistry or bioassay evaluations. This position will be expected to adhere to health and safety and quality protocols of the clients and BC.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic tasks in an area of specialty.
- Conduct delineations of watersheds, estuaries, and other water related areas.
- Document field observations and measurements and collect samples.
- Assist in water quality evaluations, sediment yield evaluations, and constituent loading calculations.
- Perform modeling under supervision.
- Understand and follow Work Plans and established procedures.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Preferred Requirements
- Assisting field activities for stormwater, surface water, and infrastructure monitoring projects
- Preparing post-storm technical memoranda describing weather, rain event hyetograph, storm flows, samples collected, monitoring issues, and unusual / unexpected circumstances.
- Performing quality control (QC) reviews of laboratory reports and electronic data deliverables (EDDs)
- Preparing quality assurance (QA) summary reports on EDD reviews
- Developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data QC/QA reviews
- Developing sampling and analysis plans (SAPs) and quality assurance project plans (QAPPs)
- Preparing written technical memoranda on technical studies
- Assisting with environmental studies, permitting, and compliance reviews.
- Assisting with development of innovative technologies to track circulation patterns within active digesters using radionuclides
- Working with continuous monitoring instruments to monitor flow, water levels, water properties (e.g., temperature, conductivity, turbidity)
- Programming autosamplers and data loggers for remote operation and data download
- Processing large sets of continuous data to identify and correct errors, compiling and integrating data from different continuous monitoring devices, analyzing data for trends, and performing data transformations and computations
- Conducting regulatory research
- Performing literature searches and archiving search results in bibliographic data
- Performing data collection and documentation related to field activities, such as site investigation (soil and groundwater), and site inspections.
- Performing project site visits outside the office, including commercial and industrial facilities.
- Working independently and with teams to complete assignments with other team members in a hybrid / virtual office setting.
- Ability and willingness to travel to support regional and national client teams.
- Interacting and communicating directly with clients on behalf of Brown and Caldwell
Skills and Competencies
- Foundational knowledge in one or more areas relevant to environmental or life sciences, such as aquatic and terrestrial ecology, biology, environmental science, soil science, microbiology, toxicology, chemistry or risk assessment.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- Ability to accurately record information.
- Strong written and communications skills.
- Ability to learn and apply new skills and knowledge in relevant applications of environmental science.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 0-2 years of environmental or life sciences experience or related experience. Experience in learning and applying new skills. Encouraged to certify in the SMS framework in the first six months of being in the role.
Preferred Experience
- 0-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and basic computer skills required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organization and communication skills with extreme attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
- Candidate should be a self-starter, results orientated and able to work under tight deadlines
- Candidate must have current California driver's license and good driving record
- Candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time during the “Wet Season” to support stormwater sampling efforts.
- Willing to work occasional overtime and/or off-hours as needed
- Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold
- Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel toed boots (or other approved toe protection), safety glasses, etc.
- Ability to stand for several hours observing and documenting activities and conditions
- Ability to operate a BC Pickup Truck to commute to jobsites and to access work areas on site
- Ability to remain alert and vigilant while working around equipment and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified
Education
A degree in chemistry, physics, environmental or life sciences or related field or equivalent experience is required.
Preferred Education
MS Degree in Science (Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry)
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $59,000 - $79,000
Location B: $64,000 - $87,000
Location C: $70,000 - $95,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
LI-Hybrid
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will have strong technical, written, and verbal skills. We are looking for someone that is highly organized and capable of working with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and other technical staff on multiple tasks with competing priorities. The successful candidate will have a positive, can-do attitude; will be flexible and self-motivated, creative and well-organized, and quality-oriented with attention to detail.
The Environmental Technical role supports basic evaluations, testing, and fieldwork related to toxicology, chemistry, and the physical properties of environmental media. Responsibilities include conducting field sampling, performing calculations, and assisting with technical analyses of solids, liquids, and gases. The duties may include collecting samples, performing watershed assessments, calculations, and report preparation. This role may also participate in delineations of waters of the State and US, and review of lab data from chemistry or bioassay evaluations. This position will be expected to adhere to health and safety and quality protocols of the clients and BC.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic tasks in an area of specialty.
- Conduct delineations of watersheds, estuaries, and other water related areas.
- Document field observations and measurements and collect samples.
- Assist in water quality evaluations, sediment yield evaluations, and constituent loading calculations.
- Perform modeling under supervision.
- Understand and follow Work Plans and established procedures.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Preferred Requirements
- Assisting field activities for stormwater, surface water, and infrastructure monitoring projects
- Preparing post-storm technical memoranda describing weather, rain event hyetograph, storm flows, samples collected, monitoring issues, and unusual / unexpected circumstances.
- Performing quality control (QC) reviews of laboratory reports and electronic data deliverables (EDDs)
- Preparing quality assurance (QA) summary reports on EDD reviews
- Developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data QC/QA reviews
- Developing sampling and analysis plans (SAPs) and quality assurance project plans (QAPPs)
- Preparing written technical memoranda on technical studies
- Assisting with environmental studies, permitting, and compliance reviews.
- Assisting with development of innovative technologies to track circulation patterns within active digesters using radionuclides
- Working with continuous monitoring instruments to monitor flow, water levels, water properties (e.g., temperature, conductivity, turbidity)
- Programming autosamplers and data loggers for remote operation and data download
- Processing large sets of continuous data to identify and correct errors, compiling and integrating data from different continuous monitoring devices, analyzing data for trends, and performing data transformations and computations
- Conducting regulatory research
- Performing literature searches and archiving search results in bibliographic data
- Performing data collection and documentation related to field activities, such as site investigation (soil and groundwater), and site inspections.
- Performing project site visits outside the office, including commercial and industrial facilities.
- Working independently and with teams to complete assignments with other team members in a hybrid / virtual office setting.
- Ability and willingness to travel to support regional and national client teams.
- Interacting and communicating directly with clients on behalf of Brown and Caldwell
Skills and Competencies
- Foundational knowledge in one or more areas relevant to environmental or life sciences, such as aquatic and terrestrial ecology, biology, environmental science, soil science, microbiology, toxicology, chemistry or risk assessment.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- Ability to accurately record information.
- Strong written and communications skills.
- Ability to learn and apply new skills and knowledge in relevant applications of environmental science.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 0-2 years of environmental or life sciences experience or related experience. Experience in learning and applying new skills. Encouraged to certify in the SMS framework in the first six months of being in the role.
Preferred Experience
- 0-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and basic computer skills required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organization and communication skills with extreme attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
- Candidate should be a self-starter, results orientated and able to work under tight deadlines
- Candidate must have current California driver's license and good driving record
- Candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time during the “Wet Season” to support stormwater sampling efforts.
- Willing to work occasional overtime and/or off-hours as needed
- Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold
- Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel toed boots (or other approved toe protection), safety glasses, etc.
- Ability to stand for several hours observing and documenting activities and conditions
- Ability to operate a BC Pickup Truck to commute to jobsites and to access work areas on site
- Ability to remain alert and vigilant while working around equipment and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified
Education
A degree in chemistry, physics, environmental or life sciences or related field or equivalent experience is required.
Preferred Education
MS Degree in Science (Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry)
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $59,000 - $79,000
Location B: $64,000 - $87,000
Location C: $70,000 - $95,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
LI-Hybrid
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Environmental Jobs at Brown and Caldwell
Align your credentials to NEPA or state permitting
Brown and Caldwell regularly staffs Environmental roles requiring familiarity with NEPA documentation, state environmental permitting, or stormwater compliance. Framing your resume around specific regulatory frameworks you've worked within signals immediate project-readiness to their hiring teams.
Target their water and infrastructure service lines
Environmental openings at Brown and Caldwell concentrate heavily in water, wastewater, and infrastructure consulting. Searching by service line, not just job title, surfaces roles that align with your technical background and the sponsorship-eligible positions they fill most consistently.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental roles by visa type
Brown and Caldwell sponsors multiple visa categories for Environmental positions. Use Migrate Mate to filter open roles by the specific visa type you need, so you're only applying to positions where your authorization pathway is already supported.
Confirm LCA prevailing wage tier before negotiating
For H-1B sponsorship, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying your wage meets the prevailing rate for your location and job level. Knowing which wage tier your role falls under helps you negotiate without inadvertently asking for a salary that complicates the LCA filing.
Get your degree equivalency documented early
Environmental roles at consulting firms commonly require a bachelor's or master's in environmental engineering or a related science. If your degree was earned outside the U.S., have a credential evaluation completed before you receive an offer so sponsorship paperwork isn't delayed at the I-129 stage.
Ask HR explicitly about PERM eligibility for your role
Not every Environmental position at Brown and Caldwell is automatically eligible for PERM-based Green Card sponsorship. Roles with narrow recruitment requirements or niche specializations can complicate the PERM process, so clarifying this during the offer stage saves significant time later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Brown and Caldwell sponsor H-1B visas for Environmentals?
Yes, Brown and Caldwell sponsors H-1B visas for Environmental roles. Their consulting work in water, wastewater, and infrastructure planning regularly requires specialized technical staff, and H-1B is the primary pathway for candidates in specialty occupations like environmental engineering or environmental science. You'll want to confirm sponsorship availability with the recruiter during the initial screening call, as not every open position is automatically approved for sponsorship.
How do I apply for Environmental jobs at Brown and Caldwell?
You can browse and apply for Environmental positions at Brown and Caldwell directly through their careers portal or through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa type so you can focus on positions that match your authorization needs. When applying, tailor your materials to the specific service line, whether water resources, remediation, or permitting, since Brown and Caldwell staffs Environmental roles across distinct practice areas with different technical requirements.
Which visa types does Brown and Caldwell sponsor for Environmental roles?
Brown and Caldwell sponsors several visa categories for Environmental positions, including H-1B for specialty occupation roles, TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering and science occupations, F-1 OPT and CPT for students completing degrees in environmental fields, J-1 visa for qualifying exchange visitors, and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visas for candidates pursuing permanent residence. The right pathway depends on your nationality, degree level, and career stage.
What qualifications are expected for Environmental roles at Brown and Caldwell?
Most Environmental positions at Brown and Caldwell require a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, or a closely related field. Project-facing roles typically expect hands-on experience with regulatory compliance, site assessment, or technical report writing. Professional Engineer licensure or EIT status strengthens your profile significantly, particularly for mid-level and senior roles where you'll be signing deliverables or managing client relationships.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for Environmental hires at Brown and Caldwell?
For H-1B sponsorship, USCIS standard processing runs several months, though premium processing can reduce the adjudication window to roughly 15 business days for an additional fee. If your role requires PERM labor certification for a Green Card pathway, that process alone can take one to two years before the I-140 immigrant petition is even filed. Starting conversations about sponsorship timeline during the offer stage gives you and the employer enough runway to plan around your current visa status.