Waste/Shipping Engineer

Spectra Tech, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. seeks a Waste/Shipping Engineer for Niskayuna, NY, focusing on regulated waste material characterization and shipment activities. The role includes training waste generators and supporting inspections within multiple waste-generating units.

The candidate should hold a BS in a science field, with strong written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of RCRA and DOT regulations. Prior experience in regulatory waste management is valued.

Qualifications

• BS in a science field from an accredited college or university.
• Attention to detail, regulatory interpretation, and strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience with hazardous waste regulatory concepts (RCRA, DOT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Validate waste characterization of materials generated at the lab.
• Support/deliver training for waste generators at the Laboratory.
• Conduct field surveillances and inspections of waste activities.
• Develop and peer-review waste shipments to external disposal facilities.
• Prepare regulatory documentation and reports for regulatory (RCRA, DOT, asbestos) and non-regulatory waste.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Regulatory Interpretation

Regulatory Knowledge

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Spectra Tech is seeking a Waste/Shipping Engineer for Niskayuna, NY.

Job Description

The Waste/Shipping Engineer of Regulated Materials will encompass the duties of validation of waste characterization of material generated during work taking place at the laboratory across the many waste generating organizations performing work. This includes if it is regulated or non-regulated waste, and support/delivery of training for waste generators at the Laboratory. This position will also include conducting field surveillances and inspections of waste generating activities, as well as development, peer review of waste shipments to external disposal facilities. In addition, regulatory documentation and report generation associated with regulatory (RCRA, DOT, asbestos) and non-regulatory (chemical, universal) waste and shipping activities will be a key function of this position . Participation and support of regulatory and internal inspections that occur multiple times throughout a calendar year is a must in this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Undergraduate science-related degree (Bachelor of Science) from an accredited college or university. Attention to Detail; Regulatory Interpretation; Past government interactions; RCRA knowledge; DOT regulatory knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

One to two years of experience associated with regulatory waste management, shipment, and/or disposal of waste. 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response trained; DOT shipper qualification; radiological knowledge.