Environmental Scientist/Environmental Engineer

At APTIM, we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems.

Job Overview

APTIM is currently seeking a mid-level Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join our project team at a long-term project site near Yakima, WA. The successful candidate must have experience in remedial operations including but not limited to the operation and maintenance of Point-of-Entry Treatment (POET) Systems. This person will also have the ability to independently support environmental sampling activities, perform subcontractor oversight, and possess strong writing skills to support preparation of project reports. Strong interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally, to all project team members including client representatives, regulators, and APTIM colleagues alike.

What You Can Expect From APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development
  
  

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Operate and Maintain POET systems.
• Ability to work independently to complete project tasks, both in the field and in the office.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to treatment systems.
• Collection, documentation, and interpretation of field data for management review and subsequent incorporation into project documents.
• Experienced in the use of various field sampling and monitoring equipment, including knowledge of equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Prepare and review detailed reports
• Provide input on technical, project, and safety issues.
• Ensures conformance to applicable technical standards as well as company policies and procedures.
• Perform all assigned tasks in strict accordance with APTIM Safety Policies and Procedures.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline (Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, etc.)
• Possess 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Possess or have ability to obtain Professional Registration such as PE or PG.
• Possess or have ability to readily obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Ability to wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites; lifting and physical work will be required.
• Must be able to work in the field in all types of field conditions/weather.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends, to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to occasionally travel to other project sites that would require overnight stays.
• Valid Driver's License with Clean Driving Record required.
  
  

Who We Are And What We Do

APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.

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