Ecological Engineer - Verdantas
Toledo, OH 43604
About the Job
Description
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.
Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.
Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of nearly 1,000 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.
Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.
We are seeking an Ecological Engineer with restoration design experience to join our team in our Toledo, OH office.
We are seeking an Ecological Engineer with restoration design experience to join our team in our Toledo, OH office.
The projects this person will primarily work on are related to stream, wetland and habitat restoration/creation, nutrient management and water quality protection, and shoreline improvements. Our ecological restoration projects typically include early conceptual planning, site characterization and field investigation, engineering and design, and construction implementation support - giving our staff the unique experience of seeing fully realized projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate will be someone with a passion for improving natural ecosystems who enjoys diverse project experiences including office and fieldwork. This person should have relevant ecological design training/education and experience, such as natural channel design, stage 0 stream design, fluvial geomorphology training, nature-based shoreline training, or similar. The ability to use AutoCAD Civil 3D as a design tool and to develop conceptual and final design plans is also a required skill for this position.
In addition to the above, you will have the opportunity to use your skills and passion to contribute to a dynamic range of projects. With ample opportunities for career advancement and our great benefits, we are sure to give you a challenging yet satisfying job experience!
Responsibilities:
- Perform field assessments, stream morphological survey, and project monitoring with other team members
- Prepare detailed plans and specifications using Verdantas’ AutoCAD standards
- Serve as a technical resource for projects including developing and evaluating alternative solutions to engineering problems
- Support preparation of permit application packages and coordinate with reviewing agencies under guidance of Project Manager
- Assist with preparation of proposals including performing research, visiting sites to gather information, developing conceptual plans, outlining scope tasks and budgets and drafting proposal language under the guidance of a Project Manager or supervisor
- Prepare cost estimates for design implementation, including partnering with appropriate staff for quality assurance review;
- Perform and/or coordinate construction oversight of ecological restoration, nutrient management and water quality protection, and shoreline improvement projects;
- Assist Project Manager with directing work tasks assigned to project team
- Assist Project Manager with tracking work progress using project management tools
- Collect and interpret data through research, file reviews, field observations and measurements, field testing and other methods. Prepare associated reports and deliver to Project Manager for final review
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution. Ecological or Environmental Engineering degree preferred
- Nature-based design training, such as natural channel design, stage 0 stream design, fluvial geomorphology training, nature-based shoreline training, or similar
- Has Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain within six months
- Ability to produce construction drawings, perform basic site grading and corridor modeling utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Excellent organizational skills including planning and executing own work tasks, as well as directing and overseeing tasks of other team members to meet project deadlines
- Scheduling, data management, and project file management for project calculation, models, drawings and specifications
- Proven technical skills including field observations, accurate measurements, mentoring staff in use and care of equipment, use of technical software and modeling programs
- Proven proactive communication skills both internally and externally
- Experience with problem solving and history of willingness to share new ideas with supporting research
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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