Environmental Engineer or Geologist

Description

At GHD we dont just believe in the power of commitment we live and breathe it every day.

Thats why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

Our pledge to you

Join GHD

Thats the #PowerOfCommittment

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment and were committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers scientists auditors planners and environmental specialists all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for

Our Environmental business inBaton Rouge LAis looking for an Environmental Engineer or Geologist to join their this role you will have the opportunity to contribute to the future of our Contamination Assessment & Remediation service line through the coordination and implementation of a wide range of environmental solutions and projects.

Working with an energetic and high performing team this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in :

Research design plan and perform engineering duties in the prevention control and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment site remediation or pollution control technology.

Responsibilities

Engineering Solutions Design : Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.

Health Safety and Environment : Follow the organizations health safety and environment (HSE) policies procedures and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them escalating serious issues as appropriate.

Waste Management : Lead waste projects or supervise area of the organization ensuring adherence to regulations and effective reduction segregation and disposal of waste.

Technical Troubleshooting : Support technical troubleshooting efforts aiding in the quick and accurate identification analysis and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments.

Technical Developments Recommendation : Research and suggest technical developments to improve the quality of the website / portal / software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users needs.

Engineering Drawings : Create engineering drawings to support the communication evaluation and implementation of engineering solutions.

Data Collection and Analysis : Collate and analyze data using preset tools methods and formats. Involves working independently.

Project Management : Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.

Testing : Use product specifications to design test procedures and standards.

Research : Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.

Personal Capability Building : Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology external regulation and industry best practices through ongoing education attending conferences and reading specialist media.

Client & Customer Management (External) : Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.

Preparation of technical correspondence project proposals reports work plans and project specifications

Coordinate and implement project permitting

Interpretation / evaluation of environmental regulations

Data compilation reduction and interpretation

Understanding of remediation remediation methods and operations and maintenance requirements

PE or PG in Texas or New Mexico will be highly regarded

3-8 years of experience in environmental consulting including environmental permitting & compliance remediation & design site assessments report writing data management & interpretation and project coordination

Experience in coordinating and simultaneously managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a consulting environment is preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently

Strong working knowledge of NMOCD and NM SLO rules and regulations as it relates to assessment and remediation

Ability work in a fast-paced environment

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus

Electrical systems and remediation system operation and maintenance

Ability and willingness to travel to undertake field work is required

Education

Bachelors Degree and / or Masters degree in Environmental Science Environmental Engineering Geology or related field

Experience

General Experience : Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (13 months to 3 years)

Managerial Experience : Basic experience of coordinating the work of others (4 to 6 months)

Take on some of the worlds toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

Well give you control over your career empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

As a multicultural organization we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

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Key Skills

ArcGIS,GIS,Microsoft Access,Data Collection,Technical Writing,Statistical Software,ArcView,Oil & Gas Experience,QA / QC,Petra,Word Processing,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1