Environmental Scientist​/Engineer; M.Sc., M.Eng., or Ph.D

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Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

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We are currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Engineer for a Manager-level role in our
Environmental and Earth Sciences
Practice in
Burlington, MA
.In this role, you will work as part of a team to provide technical analysis on existing projects and business development efforts.

• Reconstructing of historical industrial operations/waste management and evaluation of subsurface (e.g., soil, groundwater, sediment) environmental conditions and data to identify contaminant sources, causation, timing, fate, and transport
• Synthesizing historical operational, technical, and environmental regulatory information, as well as applying critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical analyses/presentations
• Analyzing and developing conceptual remedial designs and cost estimates
• Working cooperatively on multidisciplinary projects with other members of the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate
• Investing in your professional development
  • Attending conference presentations and participating in journal publications
  • Expanding your professional visibility
  • Developing client relationships and building business in the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice

• M.Sc., M.Eng., or Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field
• 3+ years of non-academic experience in the field of environmental sciences or environmental engineering at a consulting company in the United States is required
• Familiarity with the preparation and interpretation of field environmental logs
• Familiarity with environmental chemistry and contaminant fate and transport
• Environmental litigation, field investigation/remediation, and cost allocation experience are a plus Strong interest in career and professional development within a dynamic consulting environment
• Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively
• Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

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