Environmental Geologist Jobs
Environmental Geologist jobs are open across environmental consulting, government agencies, energy, and construction, from entry-level field positions to senior project managers and principal scientists, with specializations in remediation, site assessment, and hydrogeology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join its collaborative team in San Francisco or San Jose, CA. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities including, but not limited to contaminated site investigation and remediation work; soil and groundwater sampling; vapor intrusion investigation; remedial investigation, design, implementation, and monitoring; pilot tests; data management, processing, and evaluation; and report preparation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with top industry leadership on a complex and diverse portfolio of environmental projects in a continuous learning environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and environmental investigations;
- Perform air, soil, gas, groundwater sampling and remediation of contaminated properties;
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by logging borings, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data. Perform routine and special calculations;
- Field oversight of remediation activities and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with job specifications;
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field and/or laboratory problems and accurately document results; Communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites;
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, and plans; data management and evaluation; and environmental assessment and remediation; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0;
- 0-2 years of work-related experience;
- Prior relevant internship or professional work experience preferred;
- Applicants with an engineering degree are preferred to have EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam;
- Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
- Availability to work overtime as needed; and
- Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join its collaborative team in San Francisco or San Jose, CA. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities including, but not limited to contaminated site investigation and remediation work; soil and groundwater sampling; vapor intrusion investigation; remedial investigation, design, implementation, and monitoring; pilot tests; data management, processing, and evaluation; and report preparation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with top industry leadership on a complex and diverse portfolio of environmental projects in a continuous learning environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and environmental investigations;
- Perform air, soil, gas, groundwater sampling and remediation of contaminated properties;
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by logging borings, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data. Perform routine and special calculations;
- Field oversight of remediation activities and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with job specifications;
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field and/or laboratory problems and accurately document results; Communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites;
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, and plans; data management and evaluation; and environmental assessment and remediation; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0;
- 0-2 years of work-related experience;
- Prior relevant internship or professional work experience preferred;
- Applicants with an engineering degree are preferred to have EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam;
- Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
- Availability to work overtime as needed; and
- Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
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Who's Hiring
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services21
- AECOM12
- HALEY & ALDRICH8
- Geosyntec Consultants5
- Broadbent and Associates5B
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services22
- Technology & Software2
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental geologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, or a closely related field
- Experience collecting soil, groundwater, or soil vapor samples using standard field protocols
- Familiarity with federal and state environmental regulations including RCRA and CERCLA
- Proficiency in preparing Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessment reports
- HAZWOPER 40-hour certification or willingness to complete it before project work begins
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to field sites as project schedules require
Tips for Your Environmental Geologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to site types
Environmental geologist job descriptions often call out specific site experience like Superfund, brownfields, or underground storage tanks. Match your resume's project descriptions to whichever site types the posting names, using the same terminology the employer uses.
List your state PE and certifications prominently
Licenses like Professional Geologist, HAZWOPER 40-hour, and state-specific certifications are often minimum requirements, not preferences. Put them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental geologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by regulatory framework
Roles focused on RCRA compliance, CERCLA remediation, or Clean Water Act permitting require different experience. Targeting openings that match the regulatory programs you know best puts you ahead of generalist applicants who can't speak to those frameworks.
Prepare a field methods summary for interviews
Interviewers frequently ask which sampling protocols, drilling methods, and logging techniques you've used in the field. Have a concise, specific answer ready covering soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion work so you can respond without hedging or generalizing.
Negotiate using your specialty, not just title
If you hold a niche skill, such as vapor intrusion modeling, PFAS investigation, or 3D site conceptual model development, frame it in the offer conversation. Firms with active projects in those areas often have budget flexibility for candidates who reduce their training curve.
Environmental Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental geologists?
The companies hiring the most environmental geologists right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, AECOM, and HALEY & ALDRICH, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Consulting firms and government contractors tend to have the most consistent hiring volume across the country.
How many environmental geologist jobs are remote?
About 42% of environmental geologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most roles. Data review, report writing, and regulatory compliance positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules, while site investigation and sampling roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an environmental geologist?
You typically start by earning a bachelor's degree in geology or environmental science, then gain field experience through internships or entry-level technician roles focused on site assessments and sampling. Pursuing a Professional Geologist license in your state strengthens your candidacy significantly. Many environmental geologists also complete HAZWOPER training and build specializations in areas like remediation or hydrogeology through project work over time.
How do you get hired as an environmental geologist with little experience?
Focus your applications on field technician and staff geologist roles at environmental consulting firms, which are built for candidates coming out of school. Highlight any academic fieldwork, senior thesis research, or volunteer sampling projects. Completing HAZWOPER 40-hour certification before applying removes a common barrier. Firms that staff large remediation contracts often hire entry-level geologists in cohorts and train them on the job.
What does the environmental geologist interview process look like?
Most environmental geologist interviews begin with a phone screen focused on your field experience and regulatory familiarity, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past projects, sampling methods, and report writing. Some firms include a short writing exercise or ask you to review a sample boring log or site map. Final rounds often involve meeting a project manager or technical lead who assesses your ability to work independently in the field.
Where can I find and apply to environmental geologist jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental geologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preferences, and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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