Environmental Geologist, Engineer, or Scientist

Overview

SLR Consulting (US) is a 500+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals delivering environmental and sustainability services through more than 30 disciplines. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new mid-level Engineer or Scientist, you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and our team will tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

• 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 $85,000 - $105,000. 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

• Work with clients from a variety of industries or agencies
• Collect groundwater, surface water, and soil samples
• Prepare technical plans and reports
• Review State, Federal, and Local regulations for applicability to site cleanup
• Assist other SLR teams with work in a variety of disciplines including air monitoring, waste management, permitting, and compliance
• Travel to clients  facilities for inspections and document review
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering, or related field required
• 5+ years of experience in environmental consulting required
• Proficient in fieldwork tasks such as soil sampling, groundwater sampling, borehole logging, well installation, soil-vapor sampling, and soil and groundwater remediation
• Excellent written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills
• Ability to work on a team and independently in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of software
• Possess valid driver s license
• Willing to commit to field assignments of up to two weeks away from Anchorage
• Ability to travel by airplane and car, including frequent overnight travel during the field season
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and contribute to project teams
• Excellent time management skills
• Understands budgets and deadlines
• Needs little oversight on common tasks
• Dependable and predictable
• Professional work ethic
• Preferred:
• Master of Science degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering, or related field
• Understanding of soil and groundwater contamination assessment & remediation (e.g., methods, chemistry)
• Knowledge of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation and EPA regulations
• Skilled in writing technical documents and reports
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff
• Understanding of civil construction and industrial operations, including associated equipment, large and small
• Knowledge of chemistry and analytical methods for testing soil, water, or waste
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification

Position is office-based, but field work and travel may be required as part of this position. With or without reasonable accommodation, employees will occasionally be required to perform the following tasks:

• Ability to perform field assignments lasting up to two weeks in duration
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of climate conditions (including the Arctic)
• Ability to travel by airplane, helicopter, and car, including overnight travel
• Work at high elevations
• Frequently walk or climb stairs
• Lift and/or move equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
• Handle large items

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