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Job Location:
Mechanicsburg, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
RETTEW is seeking a mid- to senior-level Environmental Scientist with a strong natural sciences background to support environmental permitting regulatory compliance and natural resource assessment projects. This role is ideal for a scientist who enjoys applying ecological and environmental expertise to support responsible development and infrastructure projects.
About RETTEW
RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm providing integrated environmental planning geotechnical and infrastructure solutions. Our employee-owners collaborate across disciplines to help clients navigate complex regulatory environments while protecting natural resources and supporting sustainable growth.
Work Environment
Hybrid
Office Locations: Williamsport Mechanicsburg or State College PA
Safety & Compliance Requirements
This position is designated as safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of all pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment. Responsibilities include operating company-owned vehicles and performing field-based work in active construction and utility environments. Continued compliance with RETTEWs safety policies is required throughout employment.
What the Natural Sciences Team Does at RETTEW
RETTEWs Natural Sciences team supports projects through environmental permitting compliance and natural resource evaluation helping clients understand environmental constraints early and move projects forward responsibly. The team conducts field-based ecological and environmental studies prepares permit applications and regulatory documentation supports NEPA and environmental review processes and works directly with regulatory agencies at the local state and federal levels.
This group plays a key role in identifying and minimizing impacts to wetlands waterways habitats and other sensitive resources while balancing regulatory requirements with practical project solutions. The work spans a variety of markets including transportation land development utilities and energy projects.
Position Summary / What Youll Do
The Environmental Scientist will lead and support natural resource investigations environmental permitting and regulatory compliance efforts. This role contributes directly to project planning and delivery by providing sound scientific analysis clear documentation and effective coordination with agencies clients and internal teams.
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
- Conduct natural resource field studies including wetland delineations stream and waterway assessments habitat evaluations and ecological surveys
- Prepare and support environmental permit applications and approvals at the local state and federal levels
- Assist with NEPA documentation environmental assessments and impact analyses
- Prepare technical reports permit narratives and regulatory correspondence
- Interpret environmental data and apply natural science principles to support project planning and impact avoidance
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies clients and internal project teams
- Mentor junior staff and support quality control and technical review efforts
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Ecology Biology Natural Resources or a closely related natural science discipline
- 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or applied environmental science
- Hands-on experience with natural resource fieldwork (wetlands streams habitats or ecological assessments)
- Working knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
- Strong technical writing documentation and communication skills
- Valid drivers license and ability to perform field work
Preferred
- Experience with wetland and waterway permitting at the state and federal level
- Experience supporting NEPA reviews or environmental assessments
- Professional certifications (e.g. PWS CEP or similar)
- Experience coordinating directly with regulatory agencies
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 100% employee-owned
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) and paid time off
- Hybrid work environment supporting flexibility and collaboration
- Professional development training and career advancement opportunities
- A culture that values environmental stewardship teamwork and technical excellence
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Requirements Listed above
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Data Collection
- Environmental Services
- Technical Writing
- Stream and River Restoration
- OSHA
- Customer relationship management
- Auto Restoration
- Toxicology Experience
- Writing Skills
About Company
RETTEW brings our clients' goals and dreams to life on time and on budget with our wide and varied expertise: we offer more than 600 engineering, environmental, surveying planning, safety, and related consulting services.
