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Environmental Scientist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the DOL's SOC 19-2041 classification, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, or a related field. Federal agencies, consulting firms, and engineering companies are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation.
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APTIM is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Geologist in California for our Solid Waste Services Group in the Concord CA area to support our exciting portfolio of projects. We provide the following services to both the public and private sectors:
- Environmental compliance for solid waste sites,
- Landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS) design and operations and maintenance,
- Construction quality assurance,
- Solid Waste Reporting for site-specific and General Waste Discharge Requirements,
- Environmental site assessments and remediation.
Our philosophy centers on developing and maintaining a culture of mutual respect and honesty, where people listen generously and speak straight. At APTIM, you can expect countless opportunities to learn, develop business and leadership skills, and engage on a multitude of projects.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Leading teams or projects
- Preparing site and grading plans, GCCS design, pump and piping plans, and conceptual layouts for solid waste projects
- Conduct field inspections and construction quality assurance (CQA) oversight
- Leading and completing regulatory compliance reports, work plans, and special studies
- Anticipating client needs and identifying solutions
- Utilizing skills and knowledge to solve complex problems
- Preparing and managing scopes, budgets and schedules
- Coordinating with contractors and clients
- Collaborating with other team members
- Attending client meetings
- Providing other duties as required
- Work may periodically involve oversight during the installation of monitoring wells and supervising other field tasks
- Communication of technical concepts, evaluation results, plans, reports, etc. during work team meetings; ensures conformance to applicable technical standards as well as company policies and procedures
Basic Qualifications:
- BS/MS Geology, Engineering, or related field
- 3-8 years of Landfill / Solid Waste experience
- Experience with collecting environmental field data including groundwater, surface water, leachate, and landfill gas
- Ability to work on multidisciplinary projects
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Self-starter and problem solver
- Excellent organizational skills
- Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations
- Ability to wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites
- Possess a "Safety First" work ethic
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $100,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental Services is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 401(k) Guide
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
Watch our video:
About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better
Job Overview:
APTIM is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Geologist in California for our Solid Waste Services Group in the Concord CA area to support our exciting portfolio of projects. We provide the following services to both the public and private sectors:
- Environmental compliance for solid waste sites,
- Landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS) design and operations and maintenance,
- Construction quality assurance,
- Solid Waste Reporting for site-specific and General Waste Discharge Requirements,
- Environmental site assessments and remediation.
Our philosophy centers on developing and maintaining a culture of mutual respect and honesty, where people listen generously and speak straight. At APTIM, you can expect countless opportunities to learn, develop business and leadership skills, and engage on a multitude of projects.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Leading teams or projects
- Preparing site and grading plans, GCCS design, pump and piping plans, and conceptual layouts for solid waste projects
- Conduct field inspections and construction quality assurance (CQA) oversight
- Leading and completing regulatory compliance reports, work plans, and special studies
- Anticipating client needs and identifying solutions
- Utilizing skills and knowledge to solve complex problems
- Preparing and managing scopes, budgets and schedules
- Coordinating with contractors and clients
- Collaborating with other team members
- Attending client meetings
- Providing other duties as required
- Work may periodically involve oversight during the installation of monitoring wells and supervising other field tasks
- Communication of technical concepts, evaluation results, plans, reports, etc. during work team meetings; ensures conformance to applicable technical standards as well as company policies and procedures
Basic Qualifications:
- BS/MS Geology, Engineering, or related field
- 3-8 years of Landfill / Solid Waste experience
- Experience with collecting environmental field data including groundwater, surface water, leachate, and landfill gas
- Ability to work on multidisciplinary projects
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Self-starter and problem solver
- Excellent organizational skills
- Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations
- Ability to wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites
- Possess a "Safety First" work ethic
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $100,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental Services is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 401(k) Guide
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
Watch our video:
About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Scientist
Align your degree to SOC 19-2041
USCIS evaluates whether your degree directly relates to environmental science work. Pull the O*NET profile for SOC 19-2041 and confirm your transcripts reflect coursework in environmental assessment, ecology, or physical sciences before applying.
Target federal contractors over startups
Engineering and environmental consulting firms with federal contracts file H-1B petitions routinely for this role. Their compliance infrastructure makes sponsorship smoother than at smaller firms without an established immigration process.
Check LCA filings before negotiating offers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Scientist roles by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared DOL prevailing-wage certification for this occupation code.
Verify prevailing wage before your offer stage
Run your job title, location, and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the applicable wage level, and knowing the floor prevents surprises in negotiation.
Document field hours and specialized methodologies
USCIS RFEs for environmental science roles often challenge whether the position truly requires a specialized degree. A letter from your employer detailing site assessment protocols, regulatory reporting duties, and the degree requirements for those tasks strengthens the petition.
File in cap-exempt categories when possible
Positions at universities, research institutions, or nonprofit research organizations are cap-exempt, bypassing the April lottery entirely. If an environmental agency or university lab is recruiting, confirm cap-exempt status with the employer before the October 1 start-date window closes.
H-1B Visa Environmental Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Scientist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Environmental Scientist under SOC code 19-2041, and the role meets the specialty occupation standard when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, geology, or a closely related field. Employers must demonstrate the degree requirement in the LCA and petition. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face RFEs challenging specialty occupation status.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Environmental Scientist positions?
Environmental consulting firms, civil and geotechnical engineering companies, federal contractors, state environmental agencies, and research universities are consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Employers with long-term federal contracts tend to have established immigration counsel and file petitions more reliably. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers for Environmental Scientist positions on Migrate Mate, filtered by LCA filing history.
How does prevailing wage apply to Environmental Scientist H-1B petitions?
Your employer's Labor Condition Application must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, experience level, and work location. The OFLC Wage Search tool publishes four wage levels for SOC 19-2041 by metropolitan area. Positions in high-cost markets like San Francisco or New York carry significantly higher wage floors than the national average, which affects how many employers in those areas can realistically sponsor.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Environmental Scientist employer mid-status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer files a new I-129 petition with a fresh LCA certified for the new worksite and wage level. Any change in job duties or location requires a new LCA even within the same employer.
What happens if my Environmental Scientist H-1B petition receives an RFE?
RFEs for this occupation most commonly challenge whether the specific position requires a degree in a directly related field, or whether the offered wage meets the prevailing wage level. Your employer's attorney should respond with a detailed specialty occupation analysis, including the O*NET job zone classification, industry hiring standards, and a description of the technical duties performed. USCIS typically gives 87 days to respond, and work authorization continues uninterrupted while the RFE is pending.