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Environmental Scientist

SCS Engineers
SCS Engineers Salary
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/15/2026

What we are looking for

We are looking for an independent, environmental scientist to assist with the workload of diverse, challenging solid waste and environmental projects in Iowa and Midwest states as needed. This position is based in the Des Moines, Iowa metro area. You will provide support to our existing solid waste practice consisting of landfill and landfill gas system construction, operation, and monitoring, for private and municipal clients. This position includes opportunities for monitoring, analysis, feasibility studies, regulatory compliance, report writing, and construction oversight.

How you can make an impact

  • A mixture of office and field work expected.
  • Multi-media sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air) and reporting.
  • Compliance monitoring, permitting, document preparation, statistical analysis, and proposals.
  • Oversight of construction activities.
  • Long field days and work at job sites throughout Iowa and other states as needed can be expected with this position.
  • Occasional overnight travel will be required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field required.
  • Minimum of 3 months of relevant environmental internship, work and/or research experience required.
  • Field equipment and field sampling experience preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with driving record in good standing required.

Pay Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000

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