Mid Level Staff Engineer Jobs
Mid level staff engineer jobs go to engineers who own projects end to end, mentor juniors, and make technical decisions without waiting for direction. Openings are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, with Burns & McDonnell, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and Qualcomm hiring at this level now.
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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 a Senior Staff Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join its collaborative team in Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH, Columbus, OH, or Cincinnati, OH. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities, including soil borings and monitoring well installations; conducting field tests; collecting field data and samples; monitoring construction sites; and compiling data and preparing reports. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, solve problems and overcome challenges in restoring the environment and returning blighted properties to productive re-use while protecting and enhancing the environment. The position encourages learning, growth, creativity, flexibility, and collaboration in a team environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by performing field tests, collecting samples, collecting and recording data, and performing routine calculations;
- Monitor complex construction projects by taking various tests to evaluate whether contractor or subcontractor has complied with job specifications;
- Collect soil, soil vapor, indoor and ambient air, sediment, surface water, and groundwater samples;
- Assist with acquisition of and compliance with regulatory agency permits to support site investigation and remediation;
- Review and interpret environmental, geological, and historical records to support environmental due diligence;
- Prepare a variety of standard logs and field forms (such as drilling logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs);
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field problems and document them accurately, keeping project manager informed or problems encountered during work assignments;
- Lead tasks associated with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates and designs for projects;
- Perform and manage tasks within specific budgets and schedules. May track task and project budgets;
- Interact in a professional manner with client and subcontractor representatives in close collaboration with supervisor;
- Supervise or coordinate the work of staff engineers, interns and others who assist in specific assignments as needed; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or Hydrogeology;
- 4+ years of related experience in contaminated sites investigation, engineering feasibility studies, remedial and mitigation system design and construction oversight;
- Experience conducting Phase I and II environmental site assessment including drilling observation, sampling, well installation, construction/remediation oversight;
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of state and federal environmental regulations (including CERCLA and RCRA);
- Experience working with state regulatory agencies;
- 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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Mid Level Staff Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level staff engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership and outcomes, not just tasks. Highlight projects you drove from design to delivery, decisions you made independently, and any mentoring you provided. Tailor your resume to show scope and impact rather than a list of technologies. Recruiters at this level want evidence that you can run a workstream without close supervision, so concrete examples from your current role matter more than credentials.
Which companies hire mid level staff engineers?
Companies hiring mid level staff engineers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and Qualcomm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers both large technology companies building out engineering depth and growth-stage companies that need engineers capable of owning significant features independently.
Are there remote mid level staff engineer jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are well represented at this experience level. About 24% of mid level staff engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed engineering teams have become. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you narrow openings to the arrangement that fits your situation.
How do I move up to a mid level staff engineer role?
The path into mid level is built over several years by taking on progressively larger ownership. Start by completing tasks reliably, then volunteer to lead a feature or module from start to finish. Seek out opportunities to mentor newer teammates, even informally, and make sure your impact shows up in measurable outcomes. Depth in a core technical area, combined with demonstrated judgment under ambiguity, is what distinguishes mid level engineers from early-career contributors.
Which industries hire the most mid level staff engineers?
Mid Level staff engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run large, complex engineering systems that require experienced individual contributors who can own components and collaborate across teams without heavy management oversight.