Environmental Engineer I

Your future position : Environmental Engineer I

Choose your location : Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL

Why should you join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a fulfilling opportunity for an entry-level engineer in our Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL offices. This on-the-job experience will support the firms Regulatory Services Department with the implementation of federally approved industrial pretreatment programs, assisting with the regulation of industrial users, developing pollution prevention plans, and providing support to municipal wastewater treatment plants for compliance with NPDES permits. We offer the opportunity to work directly with firm clients. A variety of responsibilities and duties will provide a well-rounded background in environmental engineering and compliance.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job

• Water, wastewater and stormwater program regulatory services (NPDES)
• Wastewater NPDES Permitting, including Land Application of Wastewater Biosolids
• Sanitary sewer system Capacity Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) program implementation
• Assist with industrial wastewater pretreatment program implementation requirements such as :

Writing industrial discharge permits

Education Requirements

Must-haves, what you will bring

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $62,000-$77,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits -

At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity- affirmative action - Vet / Disability employe

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