What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consulting Associate, Engineer position at ERM?
ERM is seeking Consulting Associate, Engineers with 0–2 years of experience and degrees in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering to join our technical team. In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality environmental and engineering services to clients across the energy, manufacturing, mining, and chemical sectors throughout the United States.
Specifically, ERM is seeking an ambitious engineer looking to get exposure to field inspection work for a key energy client in performing services related to environmental inspection of construction related to stormwater compliance. Immediate needs exist for the Charleston, WV; Southwest Virginia; and Southeastern Kentucky areas. However, qualified candidates from within the United States will be considered. This is a remote/hybrid position with flexibility in working schedule. In this role, you will provide strong team support for projects involving site/civil design, stormwater engineering, remediation, erosion and sediment control, water management, geotechnical exploration or similar related projects based on background and interest.
These services are provided for clients locally, nationally and globally. This position provides opportunity for both desktop and field work for the successful candidates to participate in challenging projects with industry leaders in the power industry (solar, battery storage, wind, fossil fuel etc.), oil and natural gas providers, electrical transmission, mining, regional and global manufacturing, chemical industry among many others.
As a Staff Engineer, you will contribute your training, education, work ethic, and technical consulting skills to support our engineering team and the growth of ERM’s business and client base. You will network with ERM's global Capital Project Delivery technical team including collaboration with various other fields including planners, environmental scientists, biologists and similar communities to complete complex projects. You will be trained to utilize engineering and environmental best practices from around the industry for the projects you work on. This is an excellent opportunity for a young engineer to advance their career and become part of global team of environmental professionals working on interesting and important projects.
Key Skills/Qualifications
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
Candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of our recruitment process. All personal information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with data protection laws.
Specifically, ERM is seeking an ambitious engineer looking to get exposure to field inspection work for a key energy client in performing services related to environmental inspection of construction related to stormwater compliance. Immediate needs exist for the Charleston, WV; Southwest Virginia; and Southeastern Kentucky areas. However, qualified candidates from within the United States will be considered. This is a remote/hybrid position with flexibility in working schedule. In this role, you will provide strong team support for projects involving site/civil design, stormwater engineering, remediation, erosion and sediment control, water management, geotechnical exploration or similar related projects based on background and interest.
These services are provided for clients locally, nationally and globally. This position provides opportunity for both desktop and field work for the successful candidates to participate in challenging projects with industry leaders in the power industry (solar, battery storage, wind, fossil fuel etc.), oil and natural gas providers, electrical transmission, mining, regional and global manufacturing, chemical industry among many others.
As a Staff Engineer, you will contribute your training, education, work ethic, and technical consulting skills to support our engineering team and the growth of ERM’s business and client base. You will network with ERM's global Capital Project Delivery technical team including collaboration with various other fields including planners, environmental scientists, biologists and similar communities to complete complex projects. You will be trained to utilize engineering and environmental best practices from around the industry for the projects you work on. This is an excellent opportunity for a young engineer to advance their career and become part of global team of environmental professionals working on interesting and important projects.
Key Skills/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical or related engineering field. Or equivalent experience.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or current registration for the F.E. exam preferred.
- Experience in computer modeling software such as: AutoCAD/Civil3D, GIS Software, and/or Hydraflow/HydroCAD a plus but not required. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to train and learn these skills.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.
- Ability to research and support preparation of memorandums, field reports and assigned sections of reports.
- Prior relevant internship or professional experience in civil/environmental field a plus.
- Attention to detail in reviewing your own work.
- Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a project team.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, which includes being comfortable and effective at discussing project specifics and being able to effectively communicate with and relay information to the Project Manager.
- Willingness to travel for field work is a plus.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- Candidates with an interest and skill set that may not be fully commensurate with the minimum experience requirements are still strongly encouraged to apply as ERM is continually searching for qualified individuals to supplement our growing team.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
- Work efficiently from a remote location and provide dependable communication of schedule, work products and tasks for yourself and the teams you will work with.
- This position will focus on civil design and environmental support for a variety of projects which may include field work/sampling, construction monitoring, engineering design, permit application preparation support and report preparation.
- Assist with the development of various civil/environmental engineering designs and deliverables such as site plans, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, and technical reports.
- Engage in multiple projects concurrently. Projects are often fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse.
- Be able to prepare for, execute and debrief effectively regarding assigned field work.
- Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.
- Comply with health, safety, and risk aspects of a project in compliance with ERM’s world class Health and Safety Program.
- Tuition Reimbursement for those electing to expand their education and expertise.
- Extensive internal training modules and programs.
- Opportunities to work with Subject Matter Experts from around the world.
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
Candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of our recruitment process. All personal information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with data protection laws.
