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Job Description
Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level
Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is looking to add an entry level Environmental Engineer to the San Jose team within the Northern California & Pacific Area! This position involves the collection of environmental data from sites in various stages of the assessment and remediation process. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in environmental engineering or geology.
Under direct supervision, this person will participate in and be responsible for completing defined field and office tasks including:
- Groundwater sampling
- Collection of soil samples
- Installation of monitoring wells
- Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
- Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) preparations and inspections
- Air quality permitting and engineering
- Identification and evaluation of sensitive receptors
- Analyzing and interpreting analytical data
- Authoring technical reports
- Progressing sites towards regulatory closure
- Learning and honing the fundamentals of environmental data collection
- Analytical data validation and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Observation and documentation in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions.
This role requires working within the context of local, state, federal regulations, client requirements, and as a part of a project team under the direction of a project manager with other staff professionals.
Minimum qualifications:
- 0-3 years of environmental engineering experience.
- B.S. degree in geology, engineering, or the environmental sciences.
Preferred qualifications:
- Environmental field sampling experience
- OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER training
- E.I.T.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder:
Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits:
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $66,560 - 81,618.
Career Development:
We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity:
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Job Description
Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level
Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is looking to add an entry level Environmental Engineer to the San Jose team within the Northern California & Pacific Area! This position involves the collection of environmental data from sites in various stages of the assessment and remediation process. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in environmental engineering or geology.
Under direct supervision, this person will participate in and be responsible for completing defined field and office tasks including:
- Groundwater sampling
- Collection of soil samples
- Installation of monitoring wells
- Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
- Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) preparations and inspections
- Air quality permitting and engineering
- Identification and evaluation of sensitive receptors
- Analyzing and interpreting analytical data
- Authoring technical reports
- Progressing sites towards regulatory closure
- Learning and honing the fundamentals of environmental data collection
- Analytical data validation and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Observation and documentation in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions.
This role requires working within the context of local, state, federal regulations, client requirements, and as a part of a project team under the direction of a project manager with other staff professionals.
Minimum qualifications:
- 0-3 years of environmental engineering experience.
- B.S. degree in geology, engineering, or the environmental sciences.
Preferred qualifications:
- Environmental field sampling experience
- OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER training
- E.I.T.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder:
Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits:
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $66,560 - 81,618.
Career Development:
We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity:
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Engineer
Get your foreign degree evaluated before applying
PERM audits frequently target foreign credential equivalency. Have a NACES-member credential evaluator assess your degree before you apply. Employers need documentation confirming your qualification meets the minimum requirement stated in the labor certification.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Engineering and environmental consulting firms that have filed PERM applications previously understand the sponsorship process and carry it through. Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Engineer roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, cutting out dead-end applications.
Prioritize infrastructure and federal contractor employers
Federal contractors and firms working on EPA-regulated remediation projects sponsor green cards at higher rates because long-term project timelines justify the investment. Target companies with multi-year government contracts where retaining specialized engineering staff matters.
Understand how the PERM recruitment process affects your timeline
DOL requires employers to run a mandatory 30-day recruitment period and retain advertising records for five years. Your employer must initiate this before filing. Factor at least six to twelve months from PERM initiation to I-140 approval into your planning.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer before signing
Raise green card sponsorship during the offer stage, not after onboarding. Ask whether the employer has in-house immigration counsel or uses outside immigration firms, and confirm they will cover PERM and I-140 filing costs, since DOL prohibits employers from passing those costs to you.
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Find Environmental Engineer JobsEnvironmental Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Environmental Engineer positions typically qualify under both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on the job requirements and your credentials. If the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, EB-2 applies. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering fall under EB-3 skilled worker. Your employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM application, so the category is tied to the job description, not just your personal qualifications.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Environmental Engineers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual renewal and no lottery. H-1B sponsorship is temporary, capped at six years without extension provisions, and subject to an annual lottery. The EB-3 green card category has no numerical cap concerns for most countries outside India and China, meaning your wait after I-140 approval is driven by the PERM process itself rather than a visa backlog.
How do I find Environmental Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Search for employers with documented PERM filing history in environmental engineering. Migrate Mate lets you filter Environmental Engineer job listings by employers who have sponsored green cards, so you're not guessing which companies will actually commit to the full PERM process. This saves time and targets your applications toward roles where sponsorship is genuinely on the table.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for an Environmental Engineer position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. DOL reviews the prevailing wage determination and recruitment records. Approved PERM certifications allow your employer to file the I-140 immigrant petition. The entire process from PERM initiation to I-140 approval typically takes 12 to 24 months depending on DOL workload and any audit requests.
Can my employer require me to pay PERM or I-140 filing costs?
DOL regulations prohibit employers from passing PERM filing costs to you as the sponsored employee. Attorney fees tied to the PERM labor certification also cannot be deducted from your wages. I-140 petition costs are generally the employer's responsibility as well. You may personally pay for I-485 adjustment of status filing fees, which cover your own application for permanent residency once the immigrant visa number is available.
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