• Staff Engineer I

    Verdantas (Wilmington, DE)


    Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

     

    At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

     

    Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

     

    Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

     

    Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

     

    Our Wilkes-Barre, PA office is seeking a driven Staff I Engineer to join our growing environmental team.

     

    As a Staff I Engineer, you’ll dive into site investigations, support design and remediation efforts, perform field sampling and inspections, and help develop reports and permitting documents, all while gaining hands-on experience and collaborating with experts to solve real-world environmental challenges.

     

    The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about engineering, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to meaningful projects. They thrive in a team environment, communicate clearly, welcome feedback, and pay close attention to detail, especially in the field and during documentation.

     

    When you join our team, you’ll be welcomed into a culture that values your contributions, supports your professional growth, and celebrates your achievements. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees, this isn’t just a job—it’s a launchpad for your engineering career.

    What You'll Do:

    + Conducting field activities including collecting samples of various environmental media (soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, and air)

    + Participating in environmental investigation programs including Phase l/ll Environmental Site Assessments

    + Invoice/budget preparation and budget tracking

    + Data compilation, reduction, and interpretation

    + Evaluating environmental regulations

    + Preparing environmental reports

    + Contractor liaison/oversight for investigation and remedial programs

    + Problem-solving using standard engineering / scientific methods

    + Coordinating project tasks, implementing fieldwork, participating in remedial design efforts

    + Demonstrate effective analytical, interpretive, time, and project management skills

    What You Bring:

    + Bachelor of Science degree in environmental engineering, geology, or science related field

    + 1-2 years of relevant experience

    + Proficient with MS Office Suite of products

    + Able to conduct some fieldwork with heavy lifting

    + 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training a plus

    + Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle

    + Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check

    Salary Range:

    26.00 - 28.00

    Benefits:

    + Flexible Work Environment

    + 401(k) with Company Match

     

    _Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce._

     

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