Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Managing Environmental Engineer for our Practice in Austin, TX . In this role you will work as part of a team focusing on complex environmental issues, providing high-level scientific and / or litigation support for projects centering on contamination of environmental, industrial, and engineered systems. The ideal candidate for this position should be open to collaboration on multidisciplinary work and developing and expanding areas of expertise.
You will be responsible for
- Conducting engineering and technical analyses related to engineering standard of care, contamination investigations, root cause investigations, environmental and regulatory compliance, surface water quality, industrial processes, and water and wastewater treatment and remediation
- Applying critical thinking to prepare and review complex technical reports and presentations
- Supporting multidisciplinary project teams on complex, challenging problems
- Evaluating and interpreting scientific literature, regulatory standards, guidance documents, and legal case materials
- Working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate
- Providing exceptional technical support to clients such as expert support on litigation matters, professional recommendations on regulatory strategy, and assessment of contaminant risk
- Pursuing professional development
- Leading business development initiatives
- Representing Exponent through conference presentations and journal publications
- Improving professional visibility
- Developing client relationships
- Mentoring and supervising junior staff
You will have the following skills and qualifications
Required :
. in Environmental Engineering or Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineering License or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment5-7 years of related experience (consulting experience a plus) after highest degree obtainedMust be self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, and effective with time managementExcellent communication, organization, and writing skillsWillingness to learn and develop new areas of expertisePreferred :
Understanding of engineered environmental and water systemsExperience in evaluating surface water qualityUnderstanding of drinking water and wastewater treatmentUnderstanding of the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System or Toxic Release Inventory and other related state and federal regulationsExperience evaluating microbial contamination and regrowth in industrial and municipal systemsExperience with PFAS and other organic contaminantsStrong ability to synthesize and communicate technical data analysis and professional recommendations in a clear and effective mannerProject management experience including tracking of milestones and deliverablesStrong interest in career and professional development within a dynamic consulting environmentExcellent communication, organization, and writing skillsDetail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectivelyStrong ability to prioritize multiple projects with competing and dynamic deadlines