Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer/Scientist

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing team as an Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer/Scientist. This role offers the chance to work on local and national compliance projects, collaborating with a dedicated team of professionals. You'll engage with clients, prepare essential reports, and develop proposals that meet regulatory standards. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to innovative environmental solutions. With a strong emphasis on professional development and employee ownership, this opportunity promises a fulfilling career path in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental roles with strong technical writing.
• Professional Engineering / Geologist Licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, proposals, and deliverables for environmental compliance.
• Conduct on-site audits and manage projects ensuring quality outcomes.

Skills

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

Terracon is seeking an Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer/Scientist to join our team in Glendale Heights, IL!

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join a rapidly growing practice and work on local, regional, and national compliance projects across the country. Our senior engineers are looking for junior-level staff to help guide the vision for our Regulatory Compliance Program into the future.

You will have a technical background and be comfortable working with clients while preparing reports and other deliverables, collaborating with existing staff to develop regulatory compliance opportunities locally and regionally.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a local team of five practitioners and more staff regionally/nationally, working on various environmental compliance projects and serving as a local resource while supporting regional and national endeavors. You will maintain existing and develop new client relationships; prepare proposals, cost estimates, and reports.

The individual should have working knowledge in one or more of the service areas below and be familiar with general requirements in all listed areas:

• Stormwater/SWPPP
• Oil Storage/SPCC plans
• SARA Title III (Tier II/TRI) reporting
• Compliance auditing
• RCRA/Hazardous waste
• Air permitting (Title V and minor source)
• Industrial wastewater

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare calculations, applications, plans, reports, proposals, and other deliverables
• Experience completing on-site audits and assessments for regulatory compliance for the aforementioned programs.
• Manage projects and work with current staff to ensure quality and timeliness
• Develop proposals in response to RFPs and client requests
• Evaluate problems and develop practical solutions that enable our clients to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or another environmental science field
• Minimum 5 or more years of experience in a full-time environmental role
• Professional Engineering / Geologist Licensure
• Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final compensation will be based on individual qualifications and experience.

Minimum $82,400 - Maximum $127,700

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have evolved into a successful firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Our growth is driven by talented employee-owners exceeding client expectations and pursuing new opportunities.

Our vision, "Together, we are best at people," is reflected in our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.