What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geologist 1 position at RETTEW?
Description
RETTEW is seeking a motivated Geoscientist 1 to join our Geotechnical & GeoEnvironmental Teams in Pittsburgh, PA. In this full-time role, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects while working alongside experienced professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to develop technical skills and build a career in engineering & environmental consulting.
At RETTEW, we turn complex challenges into sustainable solutions. As a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm with more than 55 years of expertise, we specialize in civil, environmental, transportation, energy, and industrial projects. Our culture is built on ownership, relationships, and excellence—we take pride in helping clients and communities thrive.
Work Environment
- Hybrid (office/field)
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Position Summary / What You’ll Do
As a Geoscientist 1, you will conduct field work, assist with site investigations, and support engineering & environmental data collection for reporting on Oil & Gas, geotechnical, and other environmental projects. In addition, construction oversight of upstream, midstream, & water transfer infrastructure facilities will be required.
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
• Conduct field inspections, primarily at oil and gas sites.
• Perform field investigations including soil and groundwater sampling and stream profiling.
• Support Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Subsurface Investigations.
• Assist with soil investigations, infiltration testing, and contractor oversight.
• Process and reduce laboratory data for reporting.
• Assist with preparation of permit applications and compliance documentation.
• Research and apply environmental regulations with senior staff guidance.
• Perform drilling inspections, including geotechnical borehole logging and log preparation (gINT experience a plus).
• Perform construction inspection services of geotechnical engineering design for well pads, access road, temporary stockpiles, compressor stations, launcher/receiver pads, AST pads, and a variety of earthwork structures designed to support Oil & Gas operations in the tri-state area.
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to travel for project work, including periodic overnight and extended assignments.
Preferred:
• One or more years of environmental consulting experience (entry-level candidates encouraged to apply).
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Safeland or equivalent onshore energy industry training.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Experience with gINT software for borehole logging.
• Interest in developing expertise across multidisciplinary environmental projects.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced geoscientists and engineers.
• Opportunities to grow and advance within environmental consulting.
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Requirements
Listed above.