Entry Level Environmental Engineer

Actalent • Overland Park, KS • 2h ago

Job Title: Entry Level Environmental EngineerJob Description

Join our team as an Associate Professional - Staff Engineer in Overland Park, KS, where you will engage in various environmental consulting activities. As a quick learner, motivated and eager to develop professionally, you will focus on civil/environmental services, landfills, and landfill infrastructure, composting, and other projects that require design, engineering, permitting, construction, and operations support.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications.

Follow directions of the Project Manager to meet both client and company expectations.

Apply engineering or scientific knowledge to solve problems, review plans, and assist in coordinating work under the direction of the Project Manager.

Conduct fieldwork in varied terrain and weather, including surveys, data gathering, construction quality assurance, and inspections.

Perform office-based tasks such as CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, creating site plans, and facility diagrams.

Receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans or projects.

Travel locally with occasional overnight trips, approximately 20% of the time.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering major.

Progress toward a Professional Engineering license or E.I.T certification is preferred.

Competency in using MS Office and other computer software commonly used in environmental consulting.

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D design software is ideal.

Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in data collection, report writing, and field inspection.

Knowledge in groundwater, geology, and construction quality assurance.

Familiarity with Hazwoper certification.

Work Environment

The role involves spending 50%-60% of the year working in the field on landfill sites, with the remaining 40%-50% in the Overland Park, KS office. The office features cubicles and separate office spaces for Project Managers and higher-level employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $31.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Overland Park,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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