Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist - Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team. This role involves a balanced mix of office and fieldwork, focusing on site investigation and remediation projects across New Jersey. The successful candidate will work on diverse projects, including gas/oil projects and industrial sites, under the guidance of experienced professionals. Responsibilities + Conduct site investigations and remediation throughout New Jersey. + Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). + Write closure and summary reports. + Perform groundwater and soil sampling. + Coordinate schedules for various projects. + Write technical reports. + Evaluate and remediate underground storage tanks (UST). + Conduct field screening of soils and post-remediation soil sampling. + Participate in 50% fieldwork and 50% office work. Essential Skills + Experience in environmental remediation. + Proficiency in soil, groundwater, and air sampling techniques. + Ability to perform technical report writing. + Experience with field procedure manuals for soil, air, and groundwater testing. + Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a related field. + Minimum of 2 years experience at an environmental consulting firm. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Edison, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $41.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Edison,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-04