What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Permitting and Compliance Engineer (EIT Preferred) position at Thomas & Hutton?
Environmental Permitting and Compliance Engineer (EIT Preferred)
Grow your engineering career where your work supports environmental compliance and regulatory success across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll contribute to a wide range of environmental projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and work directly with clients to deliver practical, compliant solutions. If you’re motivated to build expertise in environmental permitting and compliance in a consulting environment, this role is for you.
Location: Columbia, SC
• Prepare environmental permit applications and compliance programs across multiple media including air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, and spill prevention
• Support air quality permitting and compliance efforts, including air dispersion modeling using AERMOD or similar tools
• Assist with environmental site assessments, compliance audits, and regulatory reporting
• Develop and prepare technical reports, compliance plans, and stormwater inspection documentation
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, providing technical insight and regulatory guidance
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery and regulatory compliance
• Visit project sites to support compliance evaluations and data collection
• Manage project tasks to meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biosystems Engineering
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months strongly preferred (PE path encouraged)
• 2–5 years of experience working with industrial and/or municipal clients
• Experience preparing permit applications and compliance programs across multiple environmental media
• Familiarity with air quality permitting and modeling software such as AERMOD preferred
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating project efforts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and client interaction
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Client service–oriented mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to visit project sites and interact with clients and stakeholders
• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on mentoring to advance your career
Schedule:
On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
How to apply:
Ready to design the systems that support communities and essential infrastructure? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.
At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of “Building Relationships and Solutions for Success” shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.
When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry-leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.
Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.