Sr Environmental Scientist - Night Shift

AISES; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AISES is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to develop and execute the environmental component of an Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) program. You will apply biology, ecology, chemistry, and related disciplines to manage environmental aspects of a project or facility, reporting to an Environmental Manager or ESH Manager.

You will integrate environmental requirements into planning, permitting, design, construction, startup, and operations, and provide technical guidance for

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in environmental science or related field from an accredited university.
• Four or more years of experience in environmental sciences or regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting semiconductor or complex manufacturing projects preferred.
• Ability to evaluate environmental risk and utilize sound judgment in fast-paced construction environments.
• Ability to communicate environmental risks clearly to project leadership and client representatives.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments.
• Excellent oral and written communication; proficient in data management and reporting.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Willingness to work outdoors and support multiple shifts.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Management System standards.

Responsibilities

• Integrate environmental requirements into project planning, permitting, design and operations.
• Assist in execution of environmental permits, plans, and assessments.
• Monitor and enforce environmental requirements for subcontractors and field teams.
• Conduct site assessments and develop mitigation and sustainability strategies.
• Provide guidance on mitigation measures for natural and cultural resources.
• Support environmental risk management for hazardous chemicals and construction activities.
• Assist ESH teams with permitting, risk assessment, and program execution.
• Identify and track environmental issues, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder concerns.
• Participate in emergency response and aid investigation of ESH incidents.
• Perform environmental monitoring, sampling, and inspections to verify compliance.

Skills

Environmental risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

ISO 14001

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Field sampling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in environmental science

Tools

Data management

Job description

Job Summary:

The Senior Environmental Scientist helps develop and execute the environmental component of an Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) program. Key activities involve administrative and field tasks per established industry practices, procedures, and regulatory and Bechtel requirements. The position involves practical application of biology, ecology, chemistry, social sciences, and related disciplines for managing environmental aspects of a project or facility. The position reports to an Environmental Manager or ESH Manager.

Major Responsibilities:

• Integrate environmental requirements into project planning, permitting, design, construction, commissioning and startup, and operations.
• Provide support in the execution of environmental permits, plans, and assessments.
• Monitor, and enforce environmental requirements for subcontractors, including onboarding, field verification, and corrective action management.
• Perform site assessments and survey to identify site conditions and develop mitigation and sustainability strategies to protect the environment and local communities.
• Provide technical guidance and support regarding mitigation measures pertaining to natural and cultural resources and communities.
• Support environmental risk management associated with hazardous chemicals, highpurity systems, and simultaneous construction and owner activities typical of semiconductor fabrication facilities.
• Provides technical assistance within ESH teams and to other project groups regarding permitting, risk assessment, plan preparation, studies, and ESH program execution.
• Identify and track environmental issues, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder concerns.
• Participate in emergency response, and aids investigation and resolution of ESH incidents.
• Perform environmental monitoring, sampling, and inspections to confirm compliance with permits and project requirements and commitments.
• Prepare training documents and help with ESH training for project/facility employees and visitors.
• Participate in meetings with customers, project team members, and contractors and subcontractors to advise them of environmental requirements that may affect their work.
• Assist other ESH team members in program execution, inclusive of safety and health.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university or college in an applicable technical discipline such as environmental science, ecology, biology, natural resources, or related disciplines.
• Four or more years of experience related to applicable environmental sciences or regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similar complex industrial projects is preferred.
• Ability to evaluate environmental risk and apply sound judgment in fastpaced, highconsequence construction environments.
• Ability to communicate environmental risks and requirements clearly to project leadership and client representatives.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers for presentations, data management, and reports.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and support multiple shifts.
• Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Demonstrated interest, training, and experience in applied sciences.
• Knowledge and experience with ISO 14001 Management System standards.
• Specialized technical skills and knowledge related to an applicable environmental discipline.
• Broad technical knowledge, science skills, and technical writing abilities.