Environmental Remedition Scientist/Geologist - Kleinfelder Inc

Job Description

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 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.

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 Remediation Scientist or Geologist to join our team in the New Cumberland, PA office.

Kleinfelder is looking to expand the Site Assessment and Remediation (SAR) Team to support project efforts across the mid-Atlantic area.  We are seeking candidates with 3+ years’ experience related to geology, environmental site investigations and remediation.

Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and writing skills and technical background in soil and groundwater investigation and remediation projects. Experience in the following areas is also desired: 

• 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,
• Remediation support, including:
• O&M of remediation systems (established mechanical aptitude highly desired),
• performing calculations,
• Analyzing and interpreting analytical data, and
• Supporting development of technical reports. 

Requirements

• BS degree in geology or environmental science
• 3+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firms or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required.
• Soil and/or ground water sample collection experience
• Experience with various contaminants including chlorinated compounds, petroleum compounds, PCBs, PFAS compounds, and metals. 
• 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

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. 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.