Groundwater Remediation System Engineer

Groundwater Remediation System Engineer (3695)

Navarro Research and Engineering is seeking a Groundwater Remediation System Engineer to support remediation operations at the NASA White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) in Las Cruces, NM.

Navarro operates and maintains two groundwater remediation systems to address ongoing environmental remediation activities  will join a dedicated team of engineers and technicians to support monitoring, operation, and maintenance of both systems. This role requires an on‑site presence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively to all project team members including client representatives and on‑site contractors.

• Assist in the operation of the treatment systems in full compliance with the provisions of all EPA, NMED, NMSLO, and NASA requirements
• Perform treatment system start‑ups, shutdowns, and routine operations
• Maintain and update treatment system maintenance records and logs
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting activities with team members in accordance with applicable site safety and operational requirements
• Develop and maintain task‑specific instructions and provide guidance and/or oversight to treatment system technicians
• Develop statements of work or procurement documentation for system upgrades and repairs
• Coordinate activities with other WSTF contractor personnel
• Work with off‑site subcontractors and equipment/software technical support representatives to facilitate the above activities
• Prepare and present engineering design project reports to Navarro team members, on‑site contractor management, and client representatives
• Work with WSTF facilities and drafting personnel to develop, review, and/or update treatment system mechanical, instrumentation & controls, and electrical drawings

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
• A minimum of four (4) years of directly relevant professional experience
• Must have a current valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Possess or be able to obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Safe work ethic
• Experience with standard office software
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidance
• US citizenship

• Experience with the operation and maintenance of groundwater treatment process equipment, including air strippers and ultraviolet photolysis reactors
• Working knowledge of piping, pumps, flow meters, pressure and temperature sensors, electric motors, and motor protection devices
• Familiarity with Rockwell Automation, Inc. Factory Talk software and general working knowledge of SCADA systems
• Experience with groundwater extraction and injection wells
• Experience monitoring and maintaining hydraulic capture of groundwater plumes
• Prior experience working on US federal facility projects
• Professional registration

The duties for this position are performed primarily in an office setting and secondarily in the field. Field work regularly requires the use of PPE, the ability to work safely, and navigate uneven ground or other obstacles found in desert terrains. Work weeks are on a 9/80 schedule.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award‑winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Navarro is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Non‑profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education

White Sands, NM $67,800.00–$

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