Environmental Scientist/Engineer (M.Sc., M.Eng., or Ph.D.) in , us

Position Overview

Title: Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Manager Level)

Location: Burlington, MA, United States

Salary Range: USD $126,000 – $154,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Reconstruct historical industrial operations and waste management practices to evaluate subsurface environmental conditions (soil, groundwater, sediment) and identify contaminant sources, causation, timing, fate, and transport.
• Synthesize historical operational, technical, and regulatory information; prepare and review reports, technical analyses, and presentations.
• Analyze and develop conceptual remedial designs and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice and other Exponent practices as needed.
• Support business development by developing client relationships and building business in the practice area.
• Attend conferences, present work, and contribute to technical publications.

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s (M.Sc./M.Eng.) or Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of non-academic consulting experience in environmental sciences or engineering in the United States.
• Proficiency in interpreting field environmental logs.
• Solid understanding of environmental chemistry and contaminant fate and transport.
• Experience with environmental litigation, site investigation/remediation, or cost allocation is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and presentation skills.
• No‑bound preference for work‑from‑office; flexible, hybrid work arrangements are supported.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship required.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) match (7% of base salary).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement planning resources.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible work options.
• Professional development opportunities, mentoring, and sponsorship.

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.