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Environmental Scientist

Hybrid in Leioa·Full-time·Added 7 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

AECOM

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Leioa
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Required

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Environmental, Chemical, Mining, Forestry, Civil, Agricultural, or Industrial) or Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Sciences, or another technical, environmental, or chemical field of study.
Fluent English.
At least 3-4 years of previous experience in a similar position.
Driver's license and availability for some travel.

Nice to have

In addition, the following will be valued:

Knowledge and handling of GIS tools, databases, and statistical treatments.
Knowledge and handling of auxiliary software such as Surfer.
Knowledge in the development of mathematical flow models such as Modflow.

The role

Apply scientific techniques and procedures for the development of studies and projects.
Perform analyses and interpret data to support technical decision-making.
Detect and resolve incidents related to samples, equipment, or working methodologies.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in different phases of scientific and environmental projects.
Propose and apply appropriate analytical methods according to project needs.
Prepare conclusions and technical reports based on the results obtained.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and quality standards.
Develop your activity under the supervision of professionals with extensive experience in the sector.

How you'll work

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are fostered.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and you will obtain all the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded company: access to industry-leading technology and thinking, and transformative work with great impact and work flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in the potential of every person and will help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in design, engineering, construction, and program management. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, it operates across sectors including transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, serving public and private clients on projects ranging from highways and rail systems to data centers and environmental remediation.

In Spain, AECOM has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing local engineers and specialists. The company is actively hiring for roles in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as BIM and CAD positions, reflecting its involvement in major infrastructure projects across the country. For international professionals, AECOM offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, a global career network, and a collaborative work environment that values technical excellence and innovation.

Industry: Engineering
Founded: 1990
Employees: 50,000+
Headquarters: Dallas, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: aecom.com

Good to know if you are moving

AECOM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing local employment opportunities in Spain.
The company is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, offering international career mobility and exposure to large-scale projects.
Many roles in Spain are bilingual (Spanish/English), and the company supports professional development and technical training.
AECOM's Spanish operations focus on transportation, water, and environmental projects, with opportunities for engineers and designers.
The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.

In their own words

About the company & team

At AECOM, we deliver a better world.

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, and as such, we bring together the best people, ideas, and digital solutions, as well as the best technical knowledge. We partner with our clients to turn their ambitions into action and change the world for the better.

Join us and become part of a global team of nearly 52,000 designers, engineers, planners, scientists, program and construction managers, and other professionals, bringing your technical expertise, passion, and drive to deliver projects that have a positive and tangible impact around the world.

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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