Consulting Associate, Engineer

ERM is seeking degreed entry level Civil, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineers to work with our technical team in delivering support services to our client base in the energy, manufacturing, mining and chemical industry throughout the United States.  Immediate needs exist for Minneapolis, MN, qualified candidates from within the United States will be considered.  This is a remote/hybrid position.  In this role, you will provide strong team support for projects involving site/civil design, stormwater engineering, remediation, erosion and sediment control, water management, geotechnical exploration or similar related projects based on background and interest.  These services are provided to clients locally, nationally and globally.  This position provides an opportunity for both desktop and field work for the successful candidates to participate in challenging projects with industry leaders in the power industry (solar, battery storage, wind, fossil fuel etc.), oil and natural gas providers, electrical transmission, mining, regional and global manufacturing, chemical industry among many others.

As a Staff Engineer, you will contribute your training, education, work ethics, and technical consulting skills to support our engineering team and the growth of ERM’s business and client base.  You will network with ERM's global Capital Project Delivery technical team including collaboration with various other fields including planners, environmental scientists, biologists and similar communities to complete complex projects.  You will be trained to utilize engineering and environmental best practices from around the industry for the projects you work on. This is an excellent opportunity for a young engineer to advance their career and become part of the global team of environmental professionals working on interesting and important projects. 

Key Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical or related engineering field. Or equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or current registration for the F.E. exam preferred.
• Experience in computer modeling software such as: AutoCAD/Civil3D, GIS Software, and/or Hydraflow/HydroCAD a plus.   
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.
• Ability to research and support preparation of memorandums, field reports and assigned sections of reports.
• Prior relevant internship or professional experience in civil/environmental field a plus.
• Attention to detail in reviewing your own work.
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a project team.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, which include being comfortable and effective at discussing project specifics and being able to effectively communicate with and relay information to the Project Manager.
• Willingness to travel for field work is a plus.  Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Candidates with an interest and skill set that may not be fully commensurate with the minimum experience requirements are still strongly encouraged to apply as ERM is continually searching for qualified individuals to supplement our growing team.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently from a remote location and provide dependable communication of schedule, work products and tasks for yourself and the teams you will work with.
• This position will focus on civil design and environmental support for a variety of projects which may include field work/sampling, construction monitoring, engineering design, permit application preparation support and report preparation.  
• Assist with the development of various civil/environmental engineering designs and deliverables such as site plans, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, and technical reports.
• Engage in multiple projects concurrently. Projects are often fast-paced, multi-faceted, and geographically diverse.
• Be able to prepare for, execute and debrief effectively regarding assigned field work.
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.
• Comply with health, safety, and risk aspects of a project in compliance with ERM’s world class Health and Safety Program.

Career Growth

• Tuition Reimbursement for those electing to expand their education and expertise.
• Extensive internal training modules and programs.
• Opportunities to work with Subject Matter Experts from around the world.

For the Consulting Associate, Engineer position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $67,925 – $77,317 USD).  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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