Environmental Scientist (Finance)
Job Description
Step into Your New Role
The selected candidate will be capable of working both as an integral team member and at times independently, using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve problems of diverse scope. Kleinfelder provides training for all new tasks. This is an exciting and challenging position that requires exceptional verbal and written communication skills and a highly organized and responsive candidate, capable of working in a diverse team environment and handling multiple tasks with competing priorities.
Kleinfelder is looking for a dynamic Environmental Scientist or Geologist to join our team in the State College, PA office.
Kleinfelder is looking to expand the Abandoned Mines and Environmental Team to support project efforts across the mid-Atlantic area. We are seeking candidates with 1+ years' experience related to environmental delineations, permitting, geology, environmental site investigations and remediation.
Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and writing skills and technical background in abandoned mine reclamation and assessment, environmental delineations, soil and groundwater investigation and remediation projects. Experience in the following areas is also desired:
- Pennsylvania Chapter 102 Permitting
- Stream and Wetland Delineation and/or Assessment
- Abandoned Mine field investigations and Support
- Phase I ESA's,
- Phase II ESA field efforts and reporting, including:
- groundwater sampling,
- soil vapor sampling,
- collection and logging of soil samples,
- oversight of monitoring well installation,
- waste management,
- Analyzing and interpreting analytical data, and
- Supporting development of technical reports.
Requirements
- BS degree in geology or environmental science
- 1+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firms or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required.
- Soil and/or water sample collection experience
- Experience with Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
- A demonstrated ability to follow direction and work independently, as well as, in a team environment and a positive professional attitude
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment and problem-solving capabilities,.
- Excellent organization and multi-tasking skill
Preferred Experience/Certifications:
- 40-hour HAZWOPER training (a plus but not required)
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
