Staff Scientist

NV5; Orlando (FL); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NV5 is seeking a Staff Scientist for a full-time, hybrid role based in Orlando, FL. The position involves field investigations, sampling, data analysis, and reporting to support environmental and infrastructure projects.

You will collaborate with project managers and engineers, ensure quality and safety standards, and help maintain regulatory compliance across client projects. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving abilities, and the willingness to travel to

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, biology, chemistry, or related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Perform field investigations and collect environmental samples.
• Analyze and interpret data; prepare concise technical reports with figures and tables.
• Assist with environmental assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers; maintain quality and safety standards.
• Communicate results to internal teams and contribute to timely completion of assignments.

Conocimientos

Environmental fieldwork

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Herramientas

GIS

Office software

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

NV5 is a leading provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for public and private sector clients that support infrastructure, utilities, and building assets and systems. The company operates across six core business verticals: Conformity Assessment, Infrastructure Support Services, Utility Services, Environmental Health Sciences, Buildings & Technology, and Geospatial. With more than 100 offices across the United States and internationally, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that enhance communities. NV5's teams of engineers, inspectors, program managers, and environmental professionals deliver cost-effective, sustainable solutions that impact everyday life, from water systems and transportation networks to energy infrastructure and resilient buildings.

Role Description

The Staff Scientist role is a full-time, hybrid position based in Orlando, FL, with flexibility for partial work from home. The Staff Scientist will support environmental and infrastructure projects by performing field investigations, collecting and analyzing samples, and documenting findings in clear technical reports. Responsibilities include assisting with environmental assessments, data compilation and interpretation, and preparation of figures, tables, and other project deliverables. The role involves collaborating with project managers and engineers, maintaining quality and safety standards, and supporting regulatory compliance for client projects. The Staff Scientist will also participate in project planning, communicate results to internal teams, and contribute to timely and accurate completion of assignments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in environmental fieldwork, sampling techniques, and site inspections.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data and prepare concise technical documentation and reports.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with basic data analysis tools and standard office software; experience with GIS or related tools is a plus.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and quality.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, biology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree or relevant certifications are beneficial.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions and travel to project sites as needed.