Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Duties & Responsibilities

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Relevant environmental degree environmental engineering or earth science (post grad and/or maths/physics/chemistry/geology would be favourable)
Environmental due diligence on potential business development projects including an environmental risk evaluation
Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science and/or Engineering
Minimum five years’ within an Environmental consulting environment
Manage environmental aspects of business development projects, including the company’s engagement in joint ventures
Development of a scope of work, cost estimate, schedule and resource plan for environmental activities
Control of environmental work activities, cost, quality and schedule parameters / risk management
Identification and acquisition of required environmental permits and licenses
Administration of contracted services, including external environmental consultants and contractors
Project planning and strategy to ensure environmental compliance

Environmental Engineer / Scientist Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Environmental Engineer / Scientist

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: HAZWOPER, OSHA, EIT, CPESC, GIT, PE, FE/EIT, EM385, RCRA, CERCLA

Education for Environmental Engineer / Scientist

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the environmental engineer / scientist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering

Skills for Environmental Engineer / Scientist

Desired skills for environmental engineer / scientist include:

AutoCAD
GIS
Computers
Microsoft Office Suite
MS Word
ESRI
HydroCAD
AutoCAD design software
Environmental
GIS modeling and mapping experience

Desired experience for environmental engineer / scientist includes:

Perform Internet and database searches
Provide technical and analytical support for technical projects including performing research, Internet and database searches
Minimum 6 years of experience in a consultancy environment, specifically contaminated land assessment and remediation
Technically strong in preliminary and detailed site investigations for soil, vapour, and groundwater within the Oil and gas industry
Experience in remediation services, including the preparation of remedial strategies and Remediation Action Plans
Experience as an Auditor’s assistant or leading a response to an Auditor

Environmental Engineer / Scientist Examples

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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an environmental engineer / scientist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Environmental construction monitoring
  • Participate in a broad variety of environmental science/engineering assignments including soil, soil gas, and groundwater sampling and remediation
  • Perform field assessments related to environmental compliance, storm water and secondary containment inspections
  • Reporting on all aspects of environmental work (remediation, monitoring, testing ) for contaminated sites
  • Overall responsible for the planning, coordination, execution and management of the Installation drinking water compliance program and ensure that drinking water projects accurately address requisite regulatory requirements, include Final Governing Standards, Navy Overseas Drinking Water (NODW),and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements
  • Interprets applicable U.S. and Overseas Environmental standards and instructions and develops activity/installation level instructions, policies, or notices concerning NODW program compliance
  • Manage projects including preparation and supervision of all deliverables and resources to meet contract requirements and provide successful outcomes for our clients
  • Phase I & II ESA’s
  • Develop work plans, reports and proposals for various types of investigations and assessments
  • Prepare various types of regulatory reports including HMBPs, SPCC, Air Quality Permit Applications, Phase I/II Site Assessments
Qualifications for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Bachelors’ degree in engineering, environmental science, or related discipline
  • Past experience should include environmental due diligence projects including Phase I ESAs
  • Prefer candidates with Environmental and Health and Safety (EHS) compliance experience at industrial and commercial facilities
  • Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline such as environmental science, engineering, geology, or earth science
  • At least ten years’ relevant experience, preferably in a consultancy environment
  • Working knowledge of the ACT planning and approvals regulatory system
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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an environmental engineer / scientist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Work as a team member and/or oversee in the preparation of documentation in support of engineering and scientific studies, environmental assessments, follow-up programs, and licensing of mining related projects
  • Provide technical support to site operations staff in the areas of environmental and /or geotechnical monitoring, reporting, and resolution of technical issues requiring geotechnical, geochemical, or hydrogeological expertise
  • Collection, handling and shipment of environmental samples
  • Assist in review of contractual documents including but not limited to Cooperation Agreements, Power Purchase Agreements, or Purchase and Sale Agreements
  • Communications and coordination with regulatory agencies involved in the issuance of permits and licenses, to ensure timely acquisition
  • Project closure activities
  • Project status reporting to team members, management and stakeholders
  • Promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and efficient resource utilization to meet project goals
  • Construction and facility demolition oversight and documentation
  • Collect monthly recordkeeping data
Qualifications for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Local market presence (ACT and Commonwealth) and demonstrated capability to build and maintain client relationships will be highly regarded
  • Degree in engineering or environmental sciences preferred
  • Fifteen (or more) years of experience in environmental consulting, including experience as an expert witness
  • Proficiency with numerical modeling for contaminant fate and transport
  • BS in environmental science or engineering or related degree
  • BS in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.MS degree preferred
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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of environmental engineer / scientist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Managing environmental compliance projects
  • Conducting environmental studies and investigations
  • Calculate air emissions
  • Review of air quality regulations and applicability assessments
  • Assist with monthly and quarterly compliance audits
  • Prepare/organize regulatory reports for submittal to federal and state agencies
  • Prepare air quality permits
  • Assisting Project leads with billing, budget management, QC
  • Assist in business development activities by supporting business development proposal efforts, identifying opportunities, supporting proposal efforts, and developing winning strategies
  • Maintain NODW program compliance records, both at the installation level, and in higher headquarters databases and information systems and responsible for the timely and accurate response to data calls public notifications, and requests for information regarding Safe Drinking Water Act legislative updates
Qualifications for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Familiarity with local New Jersey compliance regulations preferred
  • Local candidates preferred, or willingness to relocate
  • 3-8 years industry experience, preferably working within a consulting environment
  • Demonstrated experience in contaminated land management, environmental site assessments and remediation, including leading field work
  • Experience in coal seam gas and mining projects
  • Degree in geology, engineering or environmental sciences preferred
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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of environmental engineer / scientist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Supervise and/or manage contractors and consultants conducting engineering and scientific studies
  • Co-ordination and execution of field investigations for the purposes site characterization, installation of monitoring instrumentation, tailings and waste rock testing and characterization, and assessment of mine-dewatering requirements
  • Specific function will be dependent on the skills of the successful candidate
  • Conducting local and remote field work as directed on a diverse range of sites, with a focus on health and safety
  • General field investigations which will include soil and groundwater investigations, monitoring programs and implementation and managing site remediation programs
  • Safety leadership in identifying and alleviating/eliminating high priority safety hazards
  • Developing and implementing strategies for compliance with regulations to ensure a safe and environmentally compliant operation
  • Overseeing permitting contract work to produce accurate representations for permit application submittal
  • Coordinating and communicating with regulatory agencies
  • Interacting with agency personnel for on-site inspections
Qualifications for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Phase 1 ESA experience, Asbestos and PCA experience preferred
  • BS in chemical, civil, environmental engineering
  • HAZWOPER and GIT or EIT certifications a plus
  • This position requires a current TS/SCI (Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information) + POLY
  • A Bachelor degree or higher education is preferred
  • 4-year degree (minimum) in Engineering or Science related discipline, and prefer MS in Chemical/Environmental Engineering or related discipline
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Environmental Engineer / Scientist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for an environmental engineer / scientist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Preparing periodic reports, plans, records and correspondence with regulatory agencies
  • Working with operations and maintenance groups to evaluate, develop and recommend alternative solutions for compliance with Federal, State and local regulations
  • Reviewing and revising required regulatory plans and procedures
  • Taking part in a broad range of technical services in the field of hydrogeology, including Permit to Take Water applications, groundwater impact assessments, aggregate license applications and resource evaluations, geoexchange feasibility studies, baseline hydrogeological studies and groundwater supply exploration and development
  • Assisting project managers with office duties such as data management, analysis and interpretation, report preparation, proposal preparation, and other general office duties
  • Work under the supervision of a senior team member, with the opportunity to rapidly assume increasing autonomy and responsibility
  • Liaise with Golder staff external to Windsor, to share with and assist as required
  • Travel nationally or internationally when required to conduct project work
  • Conduct analyses in various subject matters
  • Make assignments and set deadlines for completion based upon organizational responsibilities and priorities
Qualifications for environmental engineer / scientist
  • Minimum of 10 years of related environmental engineering work experience focusing on engineering, design and implementation of remedial alternatives, with expertise with InSitu Technologies like ISS,ISCF
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred
  • Prefer 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Certification and valid refresher course
  • Proficiency in implementation of a behavior based safety program
  • Experience implementing InSitu technologies for large complex projects like petroleum refining or storage facilities is preferred
  • Demonstrate success in working in a team environment, being an excellent team player leader

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