Geologist Environmental Remediation

AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Orange CA office. This position will support the Environmental business line primarily working on Federal projects.  This position can also work from our Oakland or Sacramento location.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to :

• Utilizes basic scientific principles theories practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Prepare technical work plans and reports.
• Interprets and records data conducts analyses compares findings to relevant studies and local state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Plan execute analyze and report on environmental measures in natural systems.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil soil vapor groundwater surface water sediment; prepare samples for shipping and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Apply knowledge of natural sciences (chemistry physics biology hydrology and mathematics) to explain observations.
• Study contaminants and determine how to restore the environment.
• Prepare basic data and scientific documents.
• Performs unsupervised field tasks.
• Direct staff in the execution of tasks.
• Review analytical data for general indicators of quality for routine analyses based on well-defined guidelines.
• Coordination with task and project managers working with on-site subcontractors and field staff supporting sampling data collection and field documentation.
• Provide technical expertise support.

Qualifications : Minimum Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options  well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

ArcGIS,GIS,Microsoft Access,Data Collection,Technical Writing,Statistical Software,ArcView,Oil & Gas Experience,QA / QC,Petra,Word Processing,Writing Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1