What is Environmental Engineering?
Environmental engineers use the theoretical foundations of engineering combined with principles of biology and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. Environmental engineering addresses the impact of human activity on the environment and designs sustainable engineering solutions to provide people with safe water, air and land.
What does a Environmental Engineering graduate do?
Environmental Engineers work in a wide variety of industries. Within environmental engineering there are typically four areas of specialization: air quality, environmental systems, water resource engineering, and waste management. Some common tasks include:
- Examining issues like climate change, pollution, deforestation, supply of energy resources, and population growth
- Conducting hazardous-waste management studies and advising on treatment and containment
- Working to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control
- Addressing global issues, such as unsafe drinking water, climate change, air quality, and environmental sustainability
- Consulting with organizations to assess conditions and design solutions for increased sustainability practices
Graduate Outcome Data
Below you will find data collected from graduates for the period 2023 – 2025. The data provides a sampling of industries, companies, and jobs that Environmental Engineering graduates pursue. However, this data set is not the only story. Environmental Engineering graduates work within a variety of industries and jobs. This information is meant to encourage your exploration. It’s your journey and we’re here to help. Connect with a career coach to discuss options and possibilities.
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Services
- Automotive
- Government
(Companies hiring 2 or more graduates during the period 2023 – 2025)
- Kimely-Horn & Associates
- Hubbell, Roth & Clark
- Tetra Tech, Inc.
- GEI Consultants
- Fishbeck
- Great Lakes Water Authority
- MI - Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy
- Wade Trim
(Sample entry-level job titles from graduates during the period 2023 – 2025)
- Environmental Engineer
- Staff Engineer
- Civil Analyst
- Engineer - Water Resources
- Civil Engineer
- Environmental Consultant
- Wastewater Engineer
Key Graduate Placements Stats
Learn about the specific data associated with Environmental Engineering graduates so that you can better understand the average compensation and placement rates within the major. (Represents 2025 data)