Environmental Engineer (Groundwater Treatment)

Company Overview
Consistently recognized as one of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Top Work Places, as voted on by its employees, KEY is an innovative environmental consulting firm specializing in the investigation and remediation of environmentally challenged properties throughout the United States. For more than 30 years, KEY has cultivated a team-oriented culture in which professionals solve complex technical challenges and share in collective success.

At KEY, our people are our most valuable resource. We foster an environment that values collaboration, inclusion, and technical excellence. In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across our Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maine offices to deliver high-quality projects, engage clients and stakeholders, and apply technical expertise. You’ll be at the forefront of projects that make a meaningful impact on our clients and communities.

Position Overview
KEY Environmental, Inc. is seeking a motivated Environmental Engineer with 3+ years of experience in groundwater treatment and remediation to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing, operating, and optimizing groundwater treatment systems and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and field implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and optimize groundwater treatment systems (e.g., pump-and-treat, air stripping, GAC, chemical oxidation, biological treatment).
• Develop and direct groundwater treatment testing, including bench scale and pilot scale studies.
• Prepare technical reports, work plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Oversee system installation, startup, and operation & maintenance (O&M).
• Provide QA/QC oversight for work completed by contractors and technical staff.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, laboratories, and regulatory agencies.
• Support cost estimating, proposal development, and client communications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in groundwater treatment and remediation.
• Understanding of groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and treatment technologies.
• Experience with environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, state programs).
• Strong data analysis and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience with treatment system design software or geochemical modeling tools (e.g., PhreeqC, isotherm calculations, Shiny-GAC, IEX, PAC)
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Experience with emerging contaminants (e.g., PFAS) is a plus.

Work Environment

• Flexible, hybrid office schedule with occasional field work.
• Field activities may include outdoor work in variable weather conditions and industrial environments.
• Periodic travel to client sites, including occasional overnight stays.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Groundwater remediation: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Professional Engineer/EIT (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Carnegie, PA 15106