Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Scientist

Launch Your Career Where Your Curiosity Can Shape Real-World Impact

If you’re an early-career Environmental Engineer/Geologist/Scientist looking to build a meaningful career in Charleston, WV, this is your opportunity to grow with a global sustainability leader.

At ERM, you won’t just support projects—you’ll help solve complex environmental challenges, contribute to safer and more sustainable communities, and work directly alongside some of the industry’s most respected technical experts.

This role gives you hands-on field experience, exposure to cutting-edge investigation and remediation technologies, and the foundation to work toward professional registration.

Why This Role Matters

Environmental challenges are evolving—and so is the need for talented professionals who can investigate, analyze, and remediate complex environmental issues.

As a Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineering, Geology or Scientist, you play a critical role in helping clients ensure regulatory compliance, protect natural resources, and restore impacted environments.

Your work directly supports ERM’s mission to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that create long-term value for both clients and communities.

What Your Impact Is

In this role, every day provides opportunities to contribute to technically challenging and meaningful work.

You will:


* Support site investigation and remediation efforts that reduce environmental risk and improve land and water quality.


* Apply modern investigation technologies and sustainable remediation techniques in the field.


* Collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data that drives decision-making.


* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to safeguard public and environmental health.


* Represent ERM in the field with professionalism while working with subcontractors, regulatory agencies, tenants, and clients.

What You'll Bring

Required



* BS in engineering (chemical, civil, or environmental), geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or related field.

Or equivalent experience.


* 1+ years of experience, including task management and field implementation of remediation projects.


* Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established Health and Safety protocols.


* Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.


* Effective written and verbal communication skills; strong organization and analytical abilities.


* Experience recording and writing detailed technical data and reports (a plus).


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


* Detail-oriented mindset with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.


* Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.


* Local candidates—or those willing to relocate—preferred.


* This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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