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Environmental Permitting and Compliance Engineer
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What they do
An Environmental Engineer develops solutions to environmental problems using engineering, biology, chemistry, and geology. Addresses pollution control, waste disposal, recycling, or public health issues. Works on local environmental issues, such as polluted groundwater, or global or regional issues, such as acid rain. Works with environmental scientists and public policymakers to identify problems and develop technologies that benefit people and protect the environment.
$106,708 / year median in Oregon
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
- The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
- Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Responsibilities:
- Develop well-written plans that fulfill regulatory requirements for stormwater, SPCC, air quality, hazardous waste, and other environmental programs
- Review federal, state, and local regulations for applicability determinations and compliance tasking; Review client programs for the purpose of identifying environmental compliance gaps
- Multi-task and work concurrently on multiple projects
- Manage projects that are routinely on-time and on-budget
- Coordinate day-to-day tasks with team members
- Work with clients from a variety of industries or agencies, in various locations inside and outside of the United States
- Travel to client facilities to support project efforts
- Participate in internal, client, and agency meetings
- Prepare proposals with Senior or Principal staff guidance
Qualifications/Education/Memberships:
- Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in industry and/or consulting
- Experience and familiarity with multi-media environmental regulations including CAA, CWA, RCRA, SPCC, CERCLA, EPCRA and/or TSCA
- Experience working onsite in industrial facilities, or understanding of industrial operations, large and small
- Excellent verbal communication and organization/analytical skills, including preparing reports that demonstrate technical knowledge and excellent written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams, in a fast-paced consulting firm
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Willing to travel within the US and Canada by car and airplane, including overnight travel
Physical Demands:
Field work and travel are expected to be a part of this position. With or without reasonable accommodation, employees are expected to perform the following activities:- Perform field work at local and out of state job sites
- Travel within the US and Canada by car and airplane, including overnight travel
- Work in inclement weather conditions
- Frequently walk or climb stairs and conduct visual assessments or collect measurements at heights
- Life and/or move equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
- Handle large items Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be.