Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients' biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.
Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Our Staff Scientist position is located in Wilmington, NC.
As a key member of the MES team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Provide assistance on a variety of environmental compliance projects including but not limited to: Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Reports; Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Plans; Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plans; Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans; Hazardous Waste Stream Determinations.
Prepare environmental compliance documents, permits, plans, and procedures
Work effectively, both independently and in a team setting
Conduct field work at client sites to collect data
Lead data collection efforts and research projects as requested by the project managers
Knowledgeable of regulatory standards in an environmental technical area
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
Participate in the company's continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts
Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops
Perform other duties as assigned
YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering or Environmental Studies
2+ years of related experience, including internships and/or related scientific/field of study experience
Prior consulting experience is a plus
Basic understanding of EPCRA, CAA, CWA, OSHA, RCRA, TSCA, NPDES, and DOT preferred
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure with multiple deadlines
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors
Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS etc.)
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred
Team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to work well in a team-driven environment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders.
Ability to travel (< 20%)
WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $65,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers.
Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
