E-3 Visa Environmental Scientist Jobs
Environmental Scientist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a stable path for Australian professionals in consulting, federal contracting, and state agency work.
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The role of an environmental engineer/scientist/geologist is to work on smaller projects, and/or as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/scientist. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist will assist more senior engineers/scientists by performing the routine aspects of environmental engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project, and perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations and field work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide support for projects involving environmental site characterization, environmental remediation, and environmental compliance.
- Work with other engineering/scientist disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/scientist.
- Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/scientist. This may include subcontractor oversight, soil boring and well installation, soil and groundwater sampling, pilot testing, material sampling, etc.
- Assist with data management and preparation of design documents, permit packages, work plans, reports, tables, and figures.
- Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations.
- Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees while completing entry-level and routine assignments.
- This position is part of a larger environmental services team and will likely require support to multiple Stantec offices. Travel will be required.
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Coordinate with subcontracted laboratories and drillers (coordinate field events, schedule sample delivery/schedule, process invoices).
- Administrative tasks (file management, budget tracking, document control and distribution, etc.).
CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Be willing to learn new skills while working independently for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.
- Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
- Understand environmental engineering/science concepts and effectively communicate ideas to others.
- Be proficient in interpreting sketches, drawings, and other similar material.
- Be conscientious, detail-oriented, organized, and disciplined.
- Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.
- Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g., Word, Excel, AutoCAD/civil 3D, GIS, etc).
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical are required.
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license are required.
- Typical field work environments require the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time on uneven terrain, lift and move items and equipment up to 50 pounds, and climb a ladder. Field work will include exposure to inclement weather conditions. Work assignments will be both field and office based.
- Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS required in Geology, Environmental Science, and/or Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.
- Co-op/Internship experience preferred.
- Available to travel within the US and internationally on short notice; Travel time and field work may be 75 percent.
- Working knowledge of environmental, waste disposal, and health/safety regulations (preferred).
- 40-hour OSHA-HAZWOPER training (preferred, but not required).
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MI | Farmington Hills
ORGANIZATION: 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Lansing MI
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: Yes
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 02:04:32
REQ ID: 1005600
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
OPPORTUNITY
The role of an environmental engineer/scientist/geologist is to work on smaller projects, and/or as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/scientist. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist will assist more senior engineers/scientists by performing the routine aspects of environmental engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project, and perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations and field work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide support for projects involving environmental site characterization, environmental remediation, and environmental compliance.
- Work with other engineering/scientist disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/scientist.
- Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/scientist. This may include subcontractor oversight, soil boring and well installation, soil and groundwater sampling, pilot testing, material sampling, etc.
- Assist with data management and preparation of design documents, permit packages, work plans, reports, tables, and figures.
- Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations.
- Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees while completing entry-level and routine assignments.
- This position is part of a larger environmental services team and will likely require support to multiple Stantec offices. Travel will be required.
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Coordinate with subcontracted laboratories and drillers (coordinate field events, schedule sample delivery/schedule, process invoices).
- Administrative tasks (file management, budget tracking, document control and distribution, etc.).
CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Be willing to learn new skills while working independently for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.
- Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
- Understand environmental engineering/science concepts and effectively communicate ideas to others.
- Be proficient in interpreting sketches, drawings, and other similar material.
- Be conscientious, detail-oriented, organized, and disciplined.
- Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.
- Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g., Word, Excel, AutoCAD/civil 3D, GIS, etc).
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical are required.
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license are required.
- Typical field work environments require the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time on uneven terrain, lift and move items and equipment up to 50 pounds, and climb a ladder. Field work will include exposure to inclement weather conditions. Work assignments will be both field and office based.
- Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS required in Geology, Environmental Science, and/or Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.
- Co-op/Internship experience preferred.
- Available to travel within the US and internationally on short notice; Travel time and field work may be 75 percent.
- Working knowledge of environmental, waste disposal, and health/safety regulations (preferred).
- 40-hour OSHA-HAZWOPER training (preferred, but not required).
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MI | Farmington Hills
ORGANIZATION: 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Lansing MI
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: Yes
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 02:04:32
REQ ID: 1005600
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Scientist
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's degree in environmental science is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but your job offer must explicitly require a degree in your field, not just any bachelor's, to satisfy the E-3 specialty occupation definition.
Target federal contractors and EPA-affiliated consultancies
Environmental firms holding federal contracts with the EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or state environmental agencies file LCAs regularly and understand the E-3 process. These employers are accustomed to prevailing wage obligations and won't treat sponsorship as an unusual request.
Verify your role meets DOL prevailing wage requirements
Your employer must file an LCA certifying your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Environmental Scientist wages vary significantly by county, so confirm the wage level before accepting an offer to avoid delays at the LCA stage.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles using Migrate Mate
Most job listings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship directly, which makes filtering by visa type difficult. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you've secured an offer, and search Migrate Mate to find employers already open to Australian candidates.
Prepare for consulate questions about your technical scope
Consular officers at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth will ask how your degree field connects to your specific duties. Bring your job offer letter, a role description that uses technical language matching your qualifications, and your degree transcript to support the specialty occupation link.
Address multistate or remote fieldwork in your LCA upfront
If your role involves fieldwork across multiple sites or states, your employer may need to file additional LCA notices for each work location. Clarify the scope of your work geography with your employer before the LCA is certified to avoid USCIS complications.
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Find Environmental Scientist JobsEnvironmental Scientist E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Environmental Scientist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most Environmental Scientist listings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship by name, so filtering by visa type on standard job boards rarely works. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface roles open to Australian professionals on the E-3 visa, connecting you with employers who already understand the process and are prepared to file the required LCA.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Environmental Scientist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science, ecology, geology, or a closely related discipline. The role must be degree-specific, not merely degree-preferred. Generalist roles that accept any bachelor's field can fail the specialty occupation test, so the job description wording matters significantly when your employer prepares the LCA.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Environmental Scientists?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no waiting period tied to registration cycles. The H-1B requires entering a random lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate for cap-subject petitions. For an eligible Australian professional, the E-3 is a direct, predictable path that the H-1B cannot match in speed or certainty.
Can I change employers or project sites while on an E-3 as an Environmental Scientist?
You can change employers, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the change takes effect. Significant changes to your work location, particularly moving between states, may also require your employer to post updated LCA public access file notices at the new site.
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