Kaylee Molan
Greater Portsmouth,NH
Summary
Results-driven and enthusiastic Environmental Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) with experience in PFAS, drinking water, and wastewater projects, specializing in field sampling, data analysis, pilot studies, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Engineer
CDM Smith
06.2024 - Current
- Supported drinking water and wastewater projects through technical analysis, data management, calculations, and submittal/RFI review
- Analyzed complex environmental datasets and developed clear summaries and visualizations for PFAS and water quality trends
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, labs, and utilities to ensure data quality and defensible design
- Contributed to technical memos, PFAS research initiatives, and project documentation for internal and external use
- Coordinated PFAS field sampling and monitoring efforts, managing logistics and maintaining accurate documentation
Graduate Research Fellow
University of Utah
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Granted the Global Change and Sustainability Center (GCSC) Fellowship for 2023-2024 academic year.
- Executed graduate research on surfactant fate and transport in non-potable reuse systems utilizing LC-MS, UV-Vis, and HPLC-UV instrumentation.
Field Technician
NH Stream Crossing Initiative
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Analyzed over 100 undersized stream crossings while coordinating with New Hampshire state agencies to strengthen flood management and infrastructure safety initiatives.
Lab and Sampling Technician
UNH COVID Wastewater Laboratory
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Gathered wastewater samples from 5+ sites across UNH campus and prepared equipment for routine COVID monitoring and laboratory testing.
Lab and Field Technician
Lakes Lay Monitoring Program, UNH Cooperative Extension
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Collected lake water samples and analyzed key parameters (phosphorus, alkalinity, pH, conductivity, chlorophyll)
- Maintained and organized water quality data, improving database accuracy and record accessibility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05-2023
Skills
- Field & PFAS Sampling: Water/wastewater sampling, PFAS protocols, chain of custody, and QA/QC procedures
- Environmental Data Analysis & Modeling: Microsoft Excel, Power BI, ArcGIS, AFT Fathom, and InfoWater
- Laboratory Analysis: LC‑MS, HPLC‑UV, UV‑Vis; water quality testing and analytical method familiarity
- Regulatory Compliance & Permitting Support: Experience with EPA frameworks and state-level requirements
- Technical Documentation: Technical memos, reports, and O&M manual development
- Submittal & Design Review: Vendor submittal review and QA of engineering documents
Affiliations
New Hampshire Water Works Association | June 2024 – Present Secretary, YP Board
Certification
Engineer in Training (EIT) | State of New Hampshire | June 2023 – Present
Timeline
Environmental Engineer
CDM Smith
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Fellow
University of Utah
08.2023 - 05.2024
Field Technician
NH Stream Crossing Initiative
05.2022 - 09.2022
Lab and Sampling Technician
UNH COVID Wastewater Laboratory
09.2021 - 01.2022
Lab and Field Technician
Lakes Lay Monitoring Program, UNH Cooperative Extension
05.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
University of New Hampshire