Stormwater Engineer/Scientist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
EKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned, full service, engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the United States. If you are interested in improving the environment and advancing your career, then EKI is the place for you.
The Stormwater Engineer/Scientist position reports to the Team Leader and is responsible for supporting stormwater compliance and stormwater management design projects for our industrial, commercial, and municipal clients.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:
- Serve as a key member of the Environmental practice with the ability to step in and immediately manage various environmental projects
- Prepare technical memoranda, Exceedance Response Action (ERA) reports, electronic deliverables, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and review and analyze data throughout the project cycle
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses of stormwater runoff
- Design stormwater best management practices
- Inspect commercial, industrial, and construction sites for conformance with applicable stormwater permit requirements
- Perform pollutant source assessments
- Collect samples and evaluate stormwater quality data
- Provide training to client personnel regarding applicable permit requirements, sampling procedures, and BMP implementation
- Assist with permit applications and communicate with various environmental permitting agencies
- Work with internal and external team members to produce successful projects
- Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering,Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science; Master’s degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an engineer or scientist in the environmental engineering/consulting field with a background in industrial stormwater projects
- Professional Engineer license, Engineer-In-Training certification, or Professional Geologist license preferred
- Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP) certification or interest in obtaining preferred
- Experience with Autocad, AutoDesk Civil 3D, or ESRI Pro software packages preferred
- OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred
Competencies
- Must have effective communication skills both oral and written
- Must have a strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Must have ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teams
- Must have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionally
- Must have a great attitude and be eager to learn
- Must have a current valid driver’s license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent short deadlines
- Must have the ability to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste site(s)
- Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds
- Must be able to work 10-hour days
- Must be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
- Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 20% of the time
SALARY RANGE
- The expected base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $134,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance.
As an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.
EKI Environment & Water, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. This description may be amended at any time and employee may be assigned other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Notice to Third Party Agencies:
EKI Environment & Water, Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.