Question 1

What are PFAS jobs?

Accepted Answer

PFAS jobs are roles that investigate, treat or clean up per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances ("forever chemicals") in drinking water, wastewater, groundwater and soil, including PFAS process engineers, contaminated-sites engineers, geoscientists, technical leads and report authors.

Question 2

Why is demand for PFAS work rising?

Accepted Answer

In April 2024 the EPA set the first national drinking-water limits for PFAS, including 4.0 parts per trillion for PFOA and PFOS. In May 2025 the EPA said it would keep the PFOA and PFOS limits and extend compliance to 2031, while reconsidering the limits for other PFAS.

Question 3

Who hires for PFAS roles?

Accepted Answer

Mainly engineering and environmental consultancies such as Tetra Tech, Black & Veatch, WSP and AECOM, plus large operators with environmental programs and water utilities adding PFAS treatment.

Question 4

What qualifications do PFAS employers ask for?

Accepted Answer

Most roles ask for a degree in environmental, civil or chemical engineering, geology or a related science. Senior roles often prefer a PE or PG licence, field roles commonly require 40-hour HAZWOPER training, and plant roles need a state operator certificate.

PFAS Jobs: Treatment, Remediation & Contaminated Sites