Engineer I - Civil/Environmental at Weston & Sampson – Columbia, South Carolina

Engineer I - Civil/Environmental

US-SC-Columbia | US-SC-Charleston | US-SC-Greenville

ID: 2026-3346
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
Type: Regular Full-Time

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Civil or Environmental Engineer with 0-3 years of experience in our expanding Carolina offices in Columbia, Charleston, or Greenville, South Carolina. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer who enjoys a mix of field work and office work, values mentorship, and wants to develop a strong technical foundation. All our staff contribute meaningfully to environmental and infrastructure projects across South Carolina and the East Coast.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, Weston & Sampson offers more than a job - you'll have real ownership in both the work you perform and the future you help build.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced project managers and engineers while steadily gaining responsibility and technical depth.

Hands‑On Field & Project Experience

You’ll gain practical, real‑world experience on a variety of environmental and civil engineering projects, including:

• Solid and hazardous waste facility monitoring, permitting, and design
• Brownfield site assessments, environmental monitoring, and redevelopment projects
• Building abatement, demolition oversight, and underground storage tank removals
• Site civil and stormwater design projects supporting local and regional infrastructure
• Soil and groundwater remediation projects

Field Investigations & Compliance

You’ll participate in field work such as:

• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and SPCC inspections
• Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
• Drilling observation, soil logging, and monitoring well installation
• Soil, groundwater, and air sampling for environmental assessments
• Construction observation

Engineering & Collaboration

• Coordinate and develop permit applications, feasibility studies, and investigation, compliance, and regulatory reports
• Support preparation of engineering design documents including plans, details, specifications, and cost estimates
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams during project design and construction phases
• Review contractor submittals and respond to requests for information under the guidance of senior staff

Throughout your work, you’ll be supported with mentorship, training, and structured opportunities to grow your technical and professional skills.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree or interest in pursuing one is a plus
• Interest in or exposure to field‑based engineering work (experience is welcome but not required)
• Willingness to work outdoors and support active field assignments across South Carolina and other states
• Strong collaboration skills and a desire to take ownership of tasks and learn from project teams
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word‑processing software
• Experience or interest in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or drafting is a plus (training available)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally or regionally for field assignments

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Overview

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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