Staff Environmental Engineer or Scientist at Geoengineers Inc

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 26

Salary

96000.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Data Collection, Field Reporting, Cleanup Construction Oversight, Technical Writing, Data Interpretation, Project Coordination, Sampling, Remedial Excavation, Microsoft Excel, GIS, CAD, Environmental Permitting

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description As a Staff Environmental Engineer/Scientist, you will be responsible for performing field work to collect environmental data (soil, sediment, groundwater and vapor), performing oversight of cleanup construction, preparing field reports and logs, evaluating and interpreting environmental data, and assisting project managers in preparation of cleanup and design documents including work plans, reports, plans and specifications and engineers estimates. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Observe and document field explorations and collect environmental data (soil, sediment, groundwater, stormwater, wastewater and vapor). Field explorations may include drilling and test pitting to collect soil samples, sediment grab sampling and coring, monitoring well installation and collection of samples from varying environmental media (groundwater, wastewater, stormwater, etc.). Oversight and documentation of construction activities including remedial excavation and/or construction, stormwater and wastewater system installation, operations and maintenance of remediation, stormwater and wastewater systems and site restoration activities. Manage logistics needed to complete the fieldwork and coordinate with analytical laboratory to order sample collection containers, completing sample chain of custody forms, and packaging and delivering samples to the lab. Communicate with team members, clients, regulators and contractors, as needed to complete the fieldwork. Independently produce detailed, accurate field reports and field logs (boring and test pit exploration logs) to document the fieldwork. Organize collected environmental data using spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel) or a database (SQL, Microsoft Access) and compare results to site-specific cleanup or regulatory levels. Develop figures and tables to present environmental data working with GeoEngineers’ Geographic Information System (GIS) and Computer Aided Design (CAD) teams. Assist project managers in evaluating and interpreting environmental data and performing engineering/scientific analysis and calculations. Assist project managers with preparation of environmental permit applications and cleanup documents including technical memorandums, formal reports and design (design drawings, specifications and engineer estimate). Ensure that project deliverables are submitted to the project manager in a timely manner and are completed as estimated. Essential duties and responsibilities may vary based on projects. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or geology. Master’s degree in environmental engineering or related field strongly preferred. 0 to 3 years of environmental consulting or related professional experience. Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geologist-In-Training (GIT) certification preferred. Commitment to safety. Completion of 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training preferred. Familiarity with environmental field investigation (soil, sediment, groundwater and vapor) and oversight of cleanup construction preferred. Attention to detail and ability to organize and compile accurate field data and observations. Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced workenvironment. Works well independently and collaboratively as part of project teams and GeoEngineers’ environmental group. Strong verbal and written communication and technical writing skills. Vald driver’s license is required. One year of driving experience in the United States. Consideration will be provided for international driving experience. Physical Requirements/Work Environment All candidates are subject to completing a background check, and reference check. All candidates are required to participate in our medical surveillance program. Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities and do heavy work including exerting up to 50 pounds of force on occasion. Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged sitting and view of a monitor/screen. Ability to travel for short-term and long-term assignments as needed. Ability to complete periodic long work days 10+ hours, and occasional weekend work, as needed to meet project schedules. All employees are responsible for conducting their work in a safe manner. This includes identifying potential safety hazards and reporting them to the designated project manager in a timely manner and participating in project safety briefings. This also includes wearing appropriate safety equipment when working in the field and completing all required health & safety training prior to beginning field work. Our best estimate of the salary range for a Staff Environmental Engineer, located in Portland, OR, is $71,000 - $96,000 annually. Our best estimate of the salary range for a Staff Environmental Scientist, located in Portland, OR, is $61,000 - $83,000 annually. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements. At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here. Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go. GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@geoengineers.com or by phone at (425) 861-6000. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. 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Responsibilities

Perform field work to collect environmental data and provide oversight for cleanup construction activities. Assist project managers in preparing technical reports, design documents, and environmental permit applications.