Staff Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer

Broadbent & Associates is seeking a full-time Staff Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer in Tempe, AZ. The role involves supporting various environmental projects, including water monitoring, site assessments, and remediation operations. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and requires outdoor work, client interaction, and technical report preparation.
STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST / STAFF ENGINEER
Broadbent & Associates, Inc. (Broadbent) of Phoenix, Arizona is looking to hire an organized full‑time Staff Environmental Scientist / Staff Engineer to work with a wide variety of environmental projects. This staff engineer/scientist position earns a competitive salary, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus program, 100% medical insurance premium coverage, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick leave, ability to earn additional paid time off, disability and life insurance, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly and fun work environment in all of our offices.


ABOUT BROADBENT & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Founded in 1987, Broadbent is a full‑service environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States to the oil and gas industry, mining operations, agricultural companies, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long‑term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges. We’re very client‑focused with a commitment to providing services in a time‑efficient and cost‑effective manner.


A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STAFF GEOLOGIST/SCIENTIST
As a Staff Scientist / Staff Engineer, you are the backbone of Broadbent. Your hard work ensures that we deliver for our clients. Under the supervision of the Phoenix Office Manager, you provide support on a range of environmental projects including water & wastewater monitoring and operations; emergency response; Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments; soil and groundwater characterization; air sampling; remediation system operation and maintenance; lithologic logging and well construction monitoring; biological surveys and water resources activities. You conduct field work to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed.


Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with local clientele and contractors. Though you do spend a lot of time at the job sites and interacting with people, you also make sure to keep up on all your administrative responsibilities. You provide accurate data to our Senior and Associate Scientists and prepare daily reports. Ensuring that clients are happy as well as that all jobs are delivered on‑time, within the scope, and on‑budget gives you a great sense of accomplishment!


QUALIFICATIONS FOR A STAFF GEOLOGIST / STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST / STAFF ENGINEER

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• Zero to two years of environmental‑related work experience
• Ability to work outdoors, traverse moderate terrain and lift up to 50 pounds
• Technical writing competency
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Self‑starter, quick learner and effective communication skills
• Ability to travel
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• GIS experience a plus

Are you detail‑oriented? Do you have strong problem‑solving and research skills? Are you organized and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you energetic, self‑sufficient, and motivated? Are you collaborative and team‑oriented? If so, you might just be perfect for this Staff Geologist/Scientist position!


STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST / STAFF ENGINEER WORK SCHEDULE
This full‑time Staff Engineer/Scientist position typically works Monday - Friday with some traveling (2 - 5 days away from the office for key projects) and some weekend work. Extended deployments for emergency response are possible for up to two to three weeks, but they are on a voluntary basis.


Broadbent is an Equal Opportunity / Affidavit Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.