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Environmental Scientist

Dudek
United States, California, Encinitas
305 3rd Street (Show on map)
Dec 13, 2025
Location(s): California Practice/Department: Hydro/Haz Internal Title: Environmental Scientist III Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $95,000-105,000/annually* Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape. Who You Are As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation. How You'll Make an Impact Dudek is seeking a mid-level professional with experience in the field of environmental engineering and hydrogeology, specifically focused on data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. The hired staff member will assist project managers with a variety of tasks, including planning and overseeing field work; managing data review, processing, and input; quality assurance and quality control of methods, procedures, and data; and preparation of technical studies including environmental site assessments, sampling reports, and monitoring reports. Work will also include interfacing with clients, preparation of proposals, and tracking project budgets. Duties and Responsibilities Plan and oversee field efforts, and ensure data is collected per appropriate methods and procedures. Support training efforts for data collection and analysis. Evaluate and analyze data Prepare or assist with preparation of various environmental engineering, hydrogeologic, and hydrologic reports including, but not limited to, environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring reports, water supply assessments, CEQA EIR sections, and hydrogeologic investigation reports. Communicate results of investigations in written, oral, and graphical formats. Quality assurance and quality control of field work, data, and technical reports. Work across disciplines, with other Dudek experts, to review and/or prepare hydrogeologic and hazards/hazardous materials CEQA sections and technical studies. Understanding of and commitment to health and safety practices Interface with clients, support proposal efforts, and track projects budgets. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 8 years of experience environmental science and data management Familiarity with data collection best practices, standard operating procedures, and regulatory guidance. Very strong independent analytical, written, and oral communication skills. Familiarity with common statistical methods used to analyze datasets. Competence with Geographic Information Systems for analysis and display preparation. Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Water Supply Assessments and California Urban Water management Plans Experience with soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling Experience with environmental site assessments Experience with laboratories and other subcontractors (e.g., drillers) Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER certification Compensation: $95,000-105,000/annually* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working Conditions: Environment This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. This job may also require occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees). Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek's operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek's commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.