AECOM is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist to be based in our Novi, Michigan office. This position will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line.The Environmental Scientist will primarily support analytical needs for an onsite industrial wastewater treatment facility. AECOM is searching for candidates that can be a role model of professionalism, be client-focused, be impactful and decisive, and have a strong safety culture. This position is expected to begin as soon as the right candidate is selected.This position is expected to begin in February 2026.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:Conducting environmental field work, including collecting soil, groundwater, and remediation system data, groundwater sampling, fluid level gauging and oversight of subcontractors.Operations and maintenance of surface water treatment system.Manage the outsourcing of analytical samples collected by sampling technicians for environmental compliance.Evaluation of analytical data for quality control, quality assurance.Application and maintenance of data management software (i.e. LIMs) and maintenance of electronic tools that support functionality of the data management software.Collect and enter data and apply technical principles and theories to assist in interpreting and analyzing data.Record, analyze, and report data in a timely manner.Review analytical reports from contract laboratories.Build relationships with contract laboratory contacts to communicate expectations for routine and non-routine analysis.Follow proper archiving and document retention and management procedures.Work as an engaged team member through weekly collaboration and group meetings to understand analytical and resource needs and challenges.Demonstrate personal initiative in proactively meeting all the technical, safety and document management requirements of the job.Commit to continuous learning to keep up with changes in protocols, regulations and technology.Independently initiate work activities in alignment with project priorities and work through problems to produce quality results.Perform field work including environmental sampling work (e.g., groundwater, wastewater, soil, soil-gas sampling).