Project-Level Civil​/Environmental Engineer or Scientist

Position Summary

The RSI Applied Studies and Technology Group is recruiting for a Project-Level Civil/Environmental Engineer or Scientist who will contribute to the optimization of long‑term surveillance and monitoring of DOE disposal sites by integrating ecological engineering principles into their design, evaluation, and adaptive management. The role focuses on geotechnical and ecological design integration for disposal cell performance, works with other team scientists to install engineering and scientific solutions, and communicates program activities, mission value, and anticipated outcomes to peers and senior stakeholders.

Project-Level Civil/Environmental Engineer or Scientist

Grand Junction, CO (50% in‑office required with hybrid options available)

Full‑Time

Exempt

$ – $ per year. The anticipated starting salary is based on the posted minimum requirements for this position; the offered salary will be based upon the selected applicant’s education, training, and experience.

Required travel: 10% of the time.

• Lead the integration of ecological engineering principles into the design, performance evaluation, and adaptive management of disposal cells, focusing on geotechnical, hydrologic, geomorphological, and ecological principles.
• Develop best practices for long‑term effectiveness, resource optimization, and reduced maintenance of ecological engineering solutions.
• Incorporate ecological engineering criteria into disposal cover designs, considering native vegetation, soil hydrological properties, biodiversity, and long‑term erosion resistance.
• Configure, apply, and provide user support for AS&T studies designed to improve disposal cell performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering (with ecological focus), or a related Geoscience field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience preferred.

• Valid Driver’s License.
• No professional certification required.

• Comprehensive understanding of engineering, scientific, and/or mathematical concepts and theories in the area of specialty; experience in ecological engineering applications for waste containment (landfills), remediation, or land reclamation.
• Engineering and/or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols.
• Knowledge of geotechnical and ecological investigations, including surface and subsurface exploration and in‑situ testing.
• Strong understanding of soil characterization and mechanics principles and their application to foundation design, slope stability analysis, and earth retention systems.
• Working knowledge of soil science, hydrology, plant ecology, and biogeochemical cycling.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of framing technical results in terms of mission impact and stakeholder priorities for a non‑technical audience.
• Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Criminal Background Check
• Pre‑placement Drug Screening
• Fit for Duty Test (if applicable)

Medium:
Work involves moving objects by exerting 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10–25 pounds of force frequently, or an above‑negligible amount and up to 10 pounds constantly. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

• Generous PTO plan
• Paid holidays
• FEHB medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K (100% match up to 4% of eligible compensation) with 100% immediate vesting
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

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