Environmental Engineer Jobs in Washington

Environmental Engineer jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in environmental consulting, infrastructure, remediation, and public utilities, with openings at every level from entry-level field technician to senior project manager. Seattle, Tacoma, and Bellevue anchor the most active hiring, where firms like Jacobs, AECOM, and the Washington State Department of Ecology maintain a consistent presence. The most sought-after specialties include hazardous waste remediation, stormwater management, and environmental permitting tied to Washington's robust construction and natural resource sectors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerState of Washington
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring11
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryGovernment

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State of Washington
Industrial Wastewater Permit Manager (Environmental Engineer 2)
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Industrial Wastewater Permit Manager (Environmental Engineer 2)
State of Washington
Shoreline, Washington
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$78k.4 - $106k.4/yr
Hybrid
Associate's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Solstice Advanced Materials
Environmental Engineer
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Environmental Engineer
Solstice Advanced Materials
Spokane, Washington
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Amazon.com
Lab Engineer 1, Environmental Test, Amazon Leo
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Lab Engineer 1, Environmental Test, Amazon Leo
Amazon.com
Kirkland, Washington
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$39.47 - $69.08/hr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Systems Dev Engineer - Environmental Testing, Amazon Leo
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Systems Dev Engineer - Environmental Testing, Amazon Leo
Amazon.com
Kirkland, Washington
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$129k - $175k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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GHD
Environmental Field Engineer
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Environmental Field Engineer
GHD
Seattle, Washington
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$85k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Environmental Engineer Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
5 jobs
Lacey
4 jobs
Olympia
2 jobs
Redmond
2 jobs
Spokane
2 jobs
Kirkland
2 jobs
Richland
2 jobs
Sumner
1 job
Bellevue
1 job

Environmental Engineer Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

State of Washington
State of Washington9 open roles
Amazon
Amazon5 open roles
GSI Environmental
GSI Environmental2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Government & Public Sector
  • Retail
  • Technology & Software
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental engineer jobs across Washington.

  • Active Washington State Professional Engineer license or eligibility to obtain one
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or closely related field
  • Experience with SEPA, NEPA, or Washington State environmental permitting processes
  • Proficiency with GIS, environmental modeling software, or data analysis tools
  • Familiarity with Ecology's hazardous waste and stormwater regulations under WAC
  • Strong technical report writing and client communication skills

Environmental Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental engineer in Washington?

To become a licensed environmental engineer in Washington, you earn a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulate supervised engineering experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is granted through the Washington State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Many employers require or strongly prefer a PE license for project leadership roles, and some entry positions accept an Engineer-in-Training designation while you complete the experience requirement.

How much do environmental engineers make in Washington?

Environmental engineers in Washington earn a median of about $125,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,660 for the lowest 10% to over $175,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental engineers in Washington?

Employers hiring environmental engineers in Washington right now include State of Washington, Amazon, and GSI Environmental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's mix of major infrastructure projects, Superfund sites, and active construction activity means both large national consulting firms and state agency divisions maintain ongoing hiring pipelines for this role.

Which Washington cities have the most environmental engineer jobs?

Seattle, Lacey, and Olympia have the most environmental engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and its Eastside suburbs drive the largest share of demand through major consulting offices, tech campus development, and proximity to Puget Sound remediation programs, while Tacoma and other metro areas benefit from port-related environmental compliance work and Washington State agency field offices.

Are there remote environmental engineer jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're limited. Environmental engineering involves significant field work, site inspections, and agency coordination that require physical presence, so fully remote roles are less common than in desk-based fields. About 67% of environmental engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that are tend to cover data analysis, report writing, and regulatory review tasks that do not require on-site access.

How can I get hired as a environmental engineer in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to environmental consulting firms and Washington State agency programs that hire recent graduates into junior engineer or environmental scientist roles. The Washington State Department of Ecology, large consulting firms with Seattle or Tacoma offices, and municipal utilities regularly bring on new graduates for stormwater, remediation, and permitting support work. Earning your Engineer-in-Training certification after the Fundamentals of Engineering exam signals readiness and gives you a competitive edge. Adjacent roles in environmental science, civil engineering technician work, or laboratory analysis also serve as practical stepping stones.

Where can I find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Washington employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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