Lead the Future of Environmental Engineering
Are you ready to shape sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most complex environmental challenges? At ERM, we’re looking for a Principal Consultant, Design Engineer to join our Philadelphia team and drive innovation in remediation system design, construction, and operations. This is more than a technical role—it’s a strategic opportunity to influence projects across North America, mentor top talent, and build lasting client partnerships in industries that matter.
Why This Role Matters
Environmental stewardship is no longer optional—it’s essential. As a Principal Consultant, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and implementing remediation systems that protect communities and ecosystems. Your expertise will help clients in power, chemical, manufacturing, and renewable energy sectors meet regulatory requirements while advancing sustainability goals.
What Your Impact Is
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions for soil, sediment, and groundwater remediation projects.
- Drive innovation by applying emerging technologies and best practices to complex environmental challenges.
- Build trusted client relationships that result in repeat business and long-term partnerships.
- Mentor and inspire junior engineers, shaping the next generation of environmental leaders.
What You’ll Bring
Required
- B.S./M.S. in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering. Or equivalent experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license with eligibility for reciprocity in other states.
- 6+ years of relevant technical experience (or equivalent high performance).
- Expertise in remediation technologies and system design.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, AutoCAD-based design, GIS, and construction management.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
- Advanced knowledge of local regulatory frameworks and negotiation skills.
- Business development experience with large programs/contracts and repeat client relationships.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
Preferred
- Experience in renewable energy and industrial sectors.
- Familiarity with sustainable remediation practices and emerging technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and provide technical expertise on site investigation and remediation projects for clients in power, chemical, transportation, and manufacturing sectors.
- Design and negotiate remedial solutions for contaminated soil and groundwater using innovative and traditional technologies.
- Oversee development of construction drawings, technical specifications, contract documents, and permit applications.
- Direct and review field data collection, engineering reports, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Prepare technical proposals and lead business development initiatives.
- Mentor junior staff and delegate project assignments effectively.
- Collaborate with ERM teams across North America and globally to deliver integrated solutions.
- Lead hiring, performance management, and team development for technical staff.
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.
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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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Sustainability is our business.
As the world’s largest specialist sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, deploying a unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. This approach helps clients to accelerate the integration of sustainability at every level of their business.
With more than 50 years of experience, ERM’s diverse team of 8000+ experts in 40 countries and territories helps clients create innovative solutions to their sustainability challenges, unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations
