Industrial Hygiene Engineer Career

*A job as an Industrial Hygiene Engineer falls under the broader career category of Environmental Engineers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Environmental Engineers : Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.


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Environmental Engineer Career

What Should I Major in to Become an Environmental Engineer?

These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).

Required Education



Bachelor's Degree usually needed for this career