Environemtnal Scientist

True Environmental; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere 3 Environmental seeks an experienced Environmental Scientist to lead complex environmental compliance projects, audits, and regulatory strategies for oil and gas clients. You will act as a technical SME, mentor junior staff, and ensure all work complies with EPA, state, and local regulations.

You will oversee field investigations, site visits, and regulatory reporting, while coordinating with internal teams and subcontractors to deliver technically sound solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 3+ years in environmental science, regulatory compliance, or environmental consulting, oil and gas experience a plus.
• Deep knowledge of federal/state regs (EPA, TCEQ, RRC, NMED, NMOCD, etc.) and practical application.
• Proven ability to conduct site investigations, write complex reports, and negotiate with agencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate data into client/regulator guidance.
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with GIS and environmental data management.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance projects including permitting, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Act as SME on regulations for clients (EPA, TCEQ, RRC, NMED, NMOCD).
• Author permit applications, technical assessments, and agency letters.
• Design and oversee field investigations, audits, and sampling programs.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure QC across deliverables.
• Evaluate risks and develop mitigation strategies for projects.
• Define technical scopes, methodologies, and cost estimates for proposals.
• Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors for multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

3+ years experience

Technical reporting

Communication

Regulatory negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Environmental data mgmt software

Job description

Sphere 3 Environmental, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at Sphere3env.com/ and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

Sphere 3 Environmental is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to lead technical compliance initiatives, complex environmental audits, and regulatory strategies for a diverse client base with a strong focus in the oil and gas industry. This role is responsible for driving technical excellence across environmental programs, serving as a subject matter expert (SME), and mentoring junior scientific staff while ensuring all work strictly adheres to federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Execution: Complete and lead scientific and technical components of complex environmental compliance projects, including multimedia permitting, comprehensive audits, and advanced regulatory reporting.
• Serve as Technical Subject Matter Expert: Act as a key technical advisor and client-facing specialist, providing expert guidance on environmental regulations and compliance frameworks (e.g., EPA, TCEQ, RRC, NMED, NMOCD, CWA, CAA).
• Author & Direct Regulatory Filings: Oversee and personally author high-level permit applications, technical assessment reports, compliance documentation and agency correspondence.
• Field Investigation & Auditing: Design, conduct, and oversee rigorous site visits, environmental compliance audits, inspections, and multimedia sampling programs as required.
• Technical Mentorship & Quality Control: Provide mentorship, technical training, and daily oversight to junior scientists, engineers, and GIS specialists. Ensure rigorous quality control (QC) and scientific validity across all project deliverables.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Evaluate complex technical, environmental, and regulatory risks, formulating scientifically sound mitigation strategies and engineering/scientific solutions.
• Scope & Proposal Support: Assist in business development and proposal preparation by defining technical scopes of work, methodologies, and cost estimates for client pursuits.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate effectively with internal technical teams and external subcontractors to ensure seamless execution of multidisciplinary environmental projects.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related scientific field (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of progressive experience in environmental science, regulatory compliance, or technical environmental consulting, with a significant emphasis on the oil and gas sector.
• Regulatory Expertise: Deep technical working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (EPA, TCEQ, RRC, NMED, NMOCD, etc.) and their practical application to industrial operations.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven track record of conducting site investigations, writing complex technical reports, and successfully navigating regulatory agency negotiations.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific data into clear recommendations for clients and regulatory bodies.
• Software/Tools: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with environmental data management, modeling, and GIS software is strongly preferred.
• Mobility: Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to industrial and field sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized Experience: Prior consulting experience serving industrial, oil and gas, mining, or government clients, including experience with federal environmental programs or litigation support.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.