Waste Management & Shipping Engineer

Markon, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Markon, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Waste Management & Shipping Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory at its Knolls location in New York. This role will manage characterization, shipment, and regulatory compliance for waste across laboratory operations and provide training to personnel responsible for waste generation.

The position may be performed remotely up to 10% of the time and requires an active DOE L clearance. U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to receive a DoE L clearance (US Citizenship required).
• Experience applying RCRA and DOT regulations.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements for lab waste management and shipping.

Responsibilities

• Perform waste characterization for materials across laboratory operations (regulated and non-regulated).
• Prepare, review, and peer-review waste shipment documentation for transportation to disposal facilities.
• Ensure compliance with RCRA and DOT requirements; support regulatory inspections and reporting.
• Provide training and technical guidance to lab personnel on waste generation and management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory interpretation

Government/regulatory liaison

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in a science-related discipline

Job description

Description

Markon is seeking a detail-oriented Waste Management & Shipping Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) at its Knolls location in New York. This position will support the characterization, management, and shipment of regulated and non-regulated waste generated across laboratory operations, ensuring activities align with applicable regulatory requirements and established procedures. The Engineer will conduct field inspections, develop and review waste shipment documentation, support regulatory compliance activities, and provide training to personnel responsible for waste generation.

NOTE: This position may be performed remotely up to 10% of the time (up to 1 day per week). An active DOE L clearance is required, though the selected candidate may be considering for clearance processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform and validate waste characterization activities for materials generated across laboratory organizations, including regulated and non-regulated waste streams.

• Evaluate waste materials and associated documentation to support appropriate characterization, handling, and disposal.

• Conduct field surveillance activities and inspections of waste-generating operations to assess compliance with applicable requirements.

• Develop, prepare, and peer-review waste shipment documentation supporting transportation to external disposal facilities.

• Support the management and shipment of regulated materials in accordance with applicable Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.

• Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation and reports associated with waste management and shipping activities.

• Support waste management activities involving asbestos, chemical waste, and universal waste.

• Provide training and technical guidance to laboratory personnel responsible for generating and managing waste.

• Participate in and support regulatory and internal inspections, including recurring compliance reviews throughout the calendar year.

• Interpret regulatory requirements and communicate their applicability to waste management and shipping activities.

• Coordinate with laboratory organizations and waste management personnel to address characterization, documentation, and compliance requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and support timely completion of waste management documentation and inspection activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• All candidates must be eligible to receive a DoE L clearance which requires:

  • US Citizenship
  • 7 year clean background history (financially, federally, and criminally).

• Bachelor of Science degree in a science-related discipline from an accredited college or university.

• Strong attention to detail when reviewing waste characterization information, shipment documentation, and regulatory requirements.

• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements to laboratory waste management and shipping activities.

• Knowledge of Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements.

• Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

• Experience interacting with government personnel or regulatory representatives.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare regulatory documentation and communicate with laboratory personnel.

Desired:

• An active DOE L security clearance is highly preferred.

• 1–2 years of experience in regulated waste management, waste shipment, and/or waste disposal activities.

• Training in 29 CFR 1910.120 – Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).

• DOT shipper qualification.

• Knowledge of radiological materials and associated waste management considerations.

Salary Range

USD $80,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays