Environmental Engineer II — NYC Field & Remediation

True Environmental; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental, seeks an Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist I for its NYC office. You will lead project and field work, including Phase I and II ESAs and remedial action workplans in the NYC metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, strong writing and interpersonal skills, and is prepared to mentor entry level staff. Travel across NYC boroughs, Westchester, and Long Island may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Engineering, or related engineering degree, or Environmental Science, Geology or related science degree
• 3+ years of environmental consulting experience
• Experience performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Environmental Site Investigations, including soil, sediment, soil vapor, air, and groundwater sampling
• Proficiency in logging borings and describing soil lithology using the Burmister soil classification system
• Working knowledge of NYSDEC Rules, Regulations and Guidance documents including DER-10, Part 360, and Part 375 Regulations
• OSHA 40-Hour Training and 8-hour refreshers
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record, and be willing to travel and conduct field work in all boroughs of NYC, Westchester, and Long Island
• Experience working effectively with team members as well as independently
• Strong quantitative/math and analytical skills
• Core competency in Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to wear a respirator
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT regulated random drug testing

Responsibilities

• Complete site investigations to determine the nature and extent of contaminated soil, soil vapor, sediment, groundwater, and other media in diverse sites
• Complete Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
• Participate in all aspects of site investigation and remediation, from workplans to final remedial documents
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, and plans; data management and evaluation; and environmental assessment and remediation
• Assist with training entry level staff
• Field work oversight of subcontractors during drilling, monitoring wells, soil borings, and remedial construction
• Perform Phase 1 ESAs in accordance with ASTM E1527, supervise junior staff, and perform peer reviews
• Prepare summary reports including laboratory data reviews, tables, figures, and text
• Provide environmental construction field management, such as community air monitoring and soil management

Skills

Phase I ESAs

Field work leadership

Technical report writing

Interpersonal communication

Driver's license

Education

BS in Environmental Engineering/Science/Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental, seeks an Environmental Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist I for its NYC office. You will lead project and field work, including Phase I and II ESAs and remedial action workplans in the NYC metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, strong writing and interpersonal skills, and is prepared to mentor entry level staff. Travel across NYC boroughs, Westchester, and Long Island may be required.