Graduate Environmental Engineer

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that. 

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.  

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for? 

At GHD we are looking for a new Graduate Environmental Engineer to join the EHS Compliance team at our St. Paul, MN office. In this role you will research, integrate, develop plans, and maintain programs for the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards in collaboration with various engineering disciplines. Work will include services targeted for private industrial businesses including wastewater, stormwater, air and hazardous waste compliance, along with site remediation and development.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct field work to collect raw data. Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
• Engineering Drawings: Review and understand engineering drawings to support the communication, evaluation, and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
• Technical Developments: Provide innovative and efficient data analysis solutions while leveraging automation and AI tools to streamline compliance tasks, improve data accuracy, and support decision-making
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, or reading specialist media.
• Research and Apply: Effectively research and discern the technical details and intent of regulations to provide clients with accurate and complete solutions.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts, aiding in the quick and accurate identification, analysis, and resolution of technical issues with equipment and digital tools.

What you will bring to the Team

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level in Environmental field (engineer preferred).

Experience

• General Experience: 0-2 years of experience in related field.
• Valid driver's license.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.

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Benefits:

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service.
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service.
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee.
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement  program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 based on experience and location.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.