Environmental Engineer

Location: Portland

Description

What You'll Do:

• Perform inspections, interviews, technical reviews and make recommendations for corrective actions as needed; conduct facility audits and inspections; review permit applications against permit requirements and regulations; and draft correspondence and/or permits in accordance with rules, regulations and established procedures.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data, reaching valid conclusions.

• Prepare reports in connection with related field activities such as field verifications and compliance assessments.

• Ensure accuracy of recordkeeping, reporting, and facility regulatory compliance by conducting site visits.

• Prepare and submit Tier II and TRI EPCRA Reports to state agencies and EPA.

• Experience authoring or reviewing environmental review records site-specific environmental reviews, categorical exclusions, or environmental assessments is preferred.

• Identifies and meets the needs of clients within established guidelines.

• Works collaboratively with project team and client to achieve established goals.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to prioritize and multi-task under strict deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to succeed with new and challenging tasks.

• Possess excellent communication (written and oral) skills, including technical report writing and data evaluation capabilities as well as detailed field (on-site) observations and associated documentation.

• Exhibit a high customer service priority.

• Operate a variety of office and technical equipment and computers, including those used for environmental inspections and investigations.

• Operate safety devices and equipment and apply proper safety procedures in hazardous environments.

• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as the skills to operate or work on various types of environmental projects.

• Comply with Akana's quality standards and health and safety policies.

• Acquires and/or maintains licensure or certifications as directed by company.

• 20-30% travel time may be required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary:
Range of $75K - $105K annually (based on experience), plus a robust benefits package that includes medical coverage, short- and long-term disability, 401k with company match (after one year), generous PTO, and 10 paid holidays.

• Opportunities for Growth: Collaborative and supportive team environment fosters career growth and development.

• Meaningful Work: The chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that makes a positive impact on communities and the environment. We have various committees you can join to help shape the future of our company!

Requirements

Minimum Required Key Qualifications:

• BS in Environmental engineering, environmental sciences, environmental management, or related field plus 5 years of relevant experience in federal or state environmental compliance.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to air, solid and hazardous waste, and water quality permitting and compliance.
• Working knowledge of federal and state regulatory regulations and guidance including CERCLA, CAA, CWA, FIFRA, NEPA, OPA, OSHA, RCRA,and TSCA.
• Regulatory permitting, environmental compliance, and liabilities management experience, including preparing RCRA and CAA permit applications, supporting documents and plans, and leading regulatory compliance inspections or audits.
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and supervisor certified.
• Ability to implement regulatory compliance tasks such as preparing permit applications, waste determinations, emissions inventories, and reporting.
• Must be a self-starter, and able to work with little supervision.
• Outstanding communication both written and verbal, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Great attention to detail and a results driven approach.
• Understands task expectations and how tasks fit in the overall project.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Reliable and Trustworthy
• EIT highly desired, with the ability to obtain PE within 2 years.
• Project management experience a plus!

Software Skills:

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite software, and Adobe products

• Familiarity with SAS, Minitab, Tableau, EQuIS, Scribe, and VSP

• Familiarity with AERMOD, CALPUFF, MODFLOW or other modeling software