Environmental Technician​/Industrial Hygienist

About the Role:

SME has a new full-time position for an experienced Environmental Technician/Industrial Hygienist at our office in Cumberland, Maine
. This role involves a wide range of environmental consulting and industrial hygiene services for commercial, industrial, governmental, and residential clients. The Environmental Technician/Industrial Hygienist will serve as a key technical contributor and project manager, working closely with clients, contractors, and internal staff. This position also includes mentoring and supporting less experienced team members. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to success in this role.

• Conduct indoor air quality testing and environmental sampling
• Perform hazardous building materials inspections and sampling
• Prepare abatement design specifications and technical reports
• Provide oversight of hazardous material abatement activities
• Manage projects including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination
• Support site planning, permitting, bid review, and construction services
• Prepare investigation reports and regulatory documentation
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
• Maintain strong organizational practices to manage environmental samples and observations
• Serve as a collaborative team member, delivering practical and cost-effective solutions for clients

• 3-5 years of experience working in an industrial setting
• B.S. in a physical science (Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or related field) preferred
• Understanding of environmental regulations and the ability to interpret regulatory requirements
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, technical report writing, and data interpretation
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work directly with clients, respond to requests, and provide consistent support
• Ability to perform field work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including:
• Climbing ladders and working in elevated areas
• Accessing confined spaces
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including full-body coverings and tight-fitting respirators
• Working nights or weekends when needed
• Ability to pass a physical as required for work involving potentially hazardous materials
• ACAC: CIE, CMC, or CMI preferred
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals: CSP preferred
• 100% company-paid medical, life, and long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Annual contributions to the enrolled employee’s Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid vacation and sick time, plus 9 paid holidays per year
• Performance-based year-end bonuses
• Retirement plan comprising three components:
• 401(k) plan with generous matching contribution
• Profit sharing
• Non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution

Sevee & Maher Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.