Mid-Level Environmental Specialist
SOCOTEC
| Company | SOCOTEC |
| Category | Science & Research |
| Location | Mechanicsburg |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Mid |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Job Description
The position will manage simple to complex environmental projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic environmental planning with a strong background in environmental science, engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership in environmental assessments, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. Preferred experience includes but not limited to permitting, wetland delineations, stormwater evaluations, hazardous materials assessments, and CADD drafting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Project management, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Manage environmental projects, including wetland delineations, permitting, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Phase I & II ESAs, site remediation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Interact and communicate effectively with fellow team members, clients, and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, NEPA, CEQA, RCRA, CERCLA).
• Draft figures and site plans via CADD software.
• Perform environmental fieldwork including oversight of subcontractor(s).
• Oversee data collection, sampling, and analysis for air, water, and soil quality.
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory filings.
• Mentor and train junior staff, as appropriate.
• Stay current with changes in environmental laws, policies, and best practices.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities, writing proposals, and contributing to project bids.
• Carry out job functions safely and in accordance with a Health and Safety Plan and/or industry standards.
• Respond to inquiries and/or complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a culturally and ethnically diverse workforce.
• Ability to read and understand civil engineering plans, maps, and specifications.
• Perform mathematics such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry used in field survey analysis.
• Ability to explain, interpret, and teach policies, technical concepts, and designs.
• Proficient with environmental modeling tools and computer software (GIS, field data processing, Microsoft Office Suite, or related software).
• Manage projects and work with marketing staff to write proposals, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by your manager.