Description/Job SummaryHGL - WHO WE ARE At HydroGeoLogic, Inc. (HGL), we value our employees as individuals and as important members of our team. We offer a work environment that is flexible, inclusive, and dedicated to creating a sustainable future. We provide opportunities for a dynamic work environment surrounded by industry leaders working to solve today's environmental, infrastructure, and natural resources challenges. HGL offers career advancement through internal and external training, skill advancement, and education. Projects at HGL span the United States and its territories all while solving problems associated with emerging contaminants (PFAS, radiological, and unexploded ordnance) along with traditional chemical contamination across all media. With over 500 employees, HGL is large enough to execute high-profile projects but is small enough where the President and Chief Operating Officer know everyone by name. By joining HGL, you will be working to restore the environment and protect our future.
HGL - WE INVEST IN YOUIt's not just a job, it's your career. HGL provides career growth opportunities via mentoring, training, education, and support for your certifications and licenses. HGL's mission is to continually deliver new solutions and technologies for the ever-changing range of environmental challenges encountered in today's world. HGL's corporate culture ensures you'll be given the opportunity for career advancement while being supported by bright, highly productive peers and leaders.
POSITION DESCRIPTION Currently, HGL is seeking a Staff Environmental Scientist in our Atlanta, GA office. This position may work a hybrid schedule with 3 days in office and 2 days remote.
Responsibilities/DutiesThe Staff Scientist will be responsible for directing environmental investigations, document preparation, and remediation construction under the direction of the project managers and senior staff members. The position will also require the Staff Scientist to assist with the developing maps and drawings, collecting general field data, and completing environmental sampling, and performing data entry and analysis.
Required Skills- Environmental field sampling and report writing skills.
- A demonstrated history of responsibility, initiative, motivation, and creativity.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to participate in all project tasks including but not limited to field work, data analysis, and report preparation.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and other MS Office applications.
Preferred Skills- Strong work ethic with the desire to learn and expand role by taking on more responsibilities.
- Knowledge of CERCLA process and work phases.
- Project or task management skills.
Required Experience- 4+ years of related work experience.
- Performing and overseeing environmental field activities, authoring technical reports, and reviewing/interpreting environmental data.
- Monitoring well drilling, logging, installation, and sampling.
- Experience with CERCLA, RCRA, DoD, DoE, and/or EPA projects.
Preferred Experience- EPA Superfund experience. Direct experience working with EPA Region 4 is desirable.
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
- Project or task management experience.
Required Education- A BA/BS degree in a field related to Environmental Studies such as Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Soil Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
Preferred Education- A BS degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Geotechnical/Geologic Engineering. A MS degree is considered a plus but is not required.
Required QualificationsTo perform the duties of this position a person will need to be in good physical health and be able to lift up to 30 pounds in order to perform field tasks. Field tasks may take place in environments which include rugged terrain and weather extremes. The successful candidate will be required to possess or obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification upon employment. Travel, overtime, and moderate physical work are routinely required.
DetailsMORE ABOUT HGL AND THE OPPORTUNITYWe are all unique in our experiences and diversity of backgrounds, yet we share a drive and vision in our belief that we can make a difference in improving the world we live in through collaboration, teamwork, and a positive work environment. This unites and empowers us to strive for excellence in all our endeavors.
A pre-hire drug test is required. Some positions may require U.S. citizenship.