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Staff Environmental Scientist

Apex Companies
Vancouver, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2026
Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Apex is hiring a Staff Environmental Scientist I or Environmental Engineer I to be based in Vancouver, WA. At Apex, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated group of talented engineers, scientists, and multi-discipline professionals on projects that vary widely in size and complexity- each making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. This role offers significant room for professional growth.

Your Responsibilities As a Staff Environmental Scientist

  • Field collection of environmental samples (air, water, stormwater, wastewater, soil)
  • Routine regulatory reporting related to stormwater, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air permit compliance
  • Preparing environmental management plans related to stormwater pollution prevention, spill prevention, and solid waste operations
  • Inspection and auditing for environmental compliance
  • Problem solving through selection and implementation of pollution prevention Best Management Practices for discharge permit compliance
  • Support a variety of environmental engineering tasks for remedial system design and construction
  • Assist with the evaluation and permitting of environmental projects
  • Presentation of environmental topics to employees, clients, and contractors
  • Travel to project sites within Washington and Oregon required
  • Represent Apex in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related field
  • Master's degree a plus
  • Experience collecting field samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, and air using standard environmental protocols
  • Experience preparing regulatory reports and permit-related documentation

Why You'll Love Working With Us

  • Medical, dental and vision plan options.
  • Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401k plan.
  • Paid time-off and holidays.
  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Other perks and incentives.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000 employee national firm with 70 locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 1

Req ID: 11412

Hourly Expected Pay Range: $28 USD - $34 USD

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Salary : $28 - $34

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