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Staff Scientist

Job in Macon, Bibb County, Georgia, 31201, USA
Listing for: Terracon
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Staff Scientist

* Macon, Georgia

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* United States

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General Responsibilities:

Conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample, measure and analyze air, water, material, and soil. Identify, evaluate and recommend risk and remediation strategies/designs to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Prepare applicable permit applications, risk assessments and technical documents including proposals, reports and regulatory agency correspondence. Design systems and environmental protection plans. Projects may include Phase I/II environmental site assessments, ecological and natural resource field surveys, tank closure assessments, asbestos abatement, storm water management, and site planning and permitting.

Essential

Roles and Responsibilities:

* Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.

* Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.

* Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.

* Proficient scientific professional responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.

* May assist more senior scientists/engineers on large, more complex projects.

* Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.

* Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.

* Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.

* Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.

* May serve as team member and participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

* May oversee work performed by lower level scientists/engineers and Technicians.

* Works under the supervision of a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related science field. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 3 years' related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years' related experience.

* Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

* Certification in field of expertise required.

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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