Staff Scientist

GeoWorld; Granger (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoWorld, located in Granger, IN, is looking for a Staff Scientist to join their Environmental Practice Group. The selected candidate will work collaboratively in a team environment, primarily focusing on environmental assessments such as Phase I and II ESA, wetland determinations, and remediation oversight. Candidates should ideally have a Bachelor's in Environmental, Engineering, or Geological Science and possess 1-5 years of related experience.

This role requires strong report writing skills and familiarity with health and safety protocols. Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of related experience is required.
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols is necessary.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I ESA and Phase II ESA assessments.
• Perform wetland determinations and permit applications.
• Monitor erosion and sediment control.
• Oversee remediation and collect confirmation samples.
• Write detailed reports and prepare soil boring logs.

Skills

Report writing skills

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

GIS

Health and safety protocols knowledge

Ability to travel 25%-50%

Education

Bachelors of Science in Environmental, Engineering, or Geological Science

Job description

Staff Scientist--Environmental Practice Group Weaver Consultants Group is seeking a Staff Scientist to join our environmental group in Granger, IN. The qualified person would work in a team environment with senior staff providing support and conducting review of reports. The qualified person would prepare the supporting reports associated with these activities in accordance with the applicable standards and agency regulations.

Responsibilities

• Phase I ESA
• Phase II ESA (e.g., soil and groundwater sample collection)
• Wetland Determinations and Delineations
• Wetland and Stormwater Permitting
• Erosion and Sediment Control Monitoring
• Remediation oversight, confirmation sample collection, and documentation
• Independent and strong report writing skills
• Ability to prepare soil boring logs, cross-sections, and isoconcentration maps
• Experience with Illinois voluntary site remediation, leaking underground storage tank programs, and TACO regulations
• Experience with state voluntary site remediation, leaking underground storage tank programs, and regulations
• A utilization goal (billable hours over paid hours) of 90%

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Environmental, Engineering, or Geological Science
• 1-5 years of related experience
• Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS preferredStrong understanding of health and safety protocols
• Ability to regionally travel 25%-50%

Weaver Consultants Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability.