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Your role at GEI.
Job Description
GEI Consultants’ Oil and Gas Non-Aqueous Phase Liquids (NAPL) group continues to grow and expand, both in our technical services offerings and geographic coverage. We are seeking a Staff Environmental Engineer / Geologist / Scientist to perform field work, data evaluation, and document preparation for soil, groundwater, and sediment environmental remediation projects at sites affected by NAPL as well as other contaminants. The successful candidate will work with nationally recognized NAPL experts to develop and implement leading-edge science-driven site evaluation and restoration solutions.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Under supervision of senior staff, candidates will work on environmental projects throughout the region and the nation with an emphasis on petroleum hydrocarbons. Responsibilities includes conducting environmental site assessments, overseeing the advancement of test borings and the installation of monitoring and remediation wells, and performing aquifer testing and environmental sampling.
- Assist senior engineers with design, installation, operation and maintenance, and decommissioning of site remedies including excavation, in-situ solidification, soil vapor extraction, air sparging, injection of oxidants/reductants/biostimulants, subsurface barrier walls, and pump-and-treat systems.
- Perform data management and analysis, prepare reports, and assist with preparation of technical presentations for delivery to clients and regulators.
- Outline, compose, and present written arguments based on site-specific data and scientific judgment. Clear, concise, persuasive writing is a core requirement for this role.
- Responsible for soliciting bids from subcontractors, coordinating work, providing technical oversight to subcontractors, both in the field and remotely, including review of invoices and work proposals.
- Able to support proposal development and cost estimate development.
- Must be willing to quickly learn new analytical methods, various graphical presentation tools, and integrating the information to support scientific conclusions.
- Collaborate with various team leads locally and nationally to support various program initiatives and needs.
- This position has a field component. Travel, including overnight travel, is required. Candidates should be prepared to work in inclement conditions, year-round.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science (Master’s degree a plus).
- 0-5 years of progressive experience in the environmental field with hands on experience in field investigation methods, remediation systems, and analytics with a demonstrated safety culture.
- MS Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficiency with GIS and database management platforms a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willing and able to travel on short-term and long-term assignments as needed.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
- Possess or be willing and able to obtain OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), and DISA (https://disa.com/drug-testing) upon starting the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science.
- Experience with and/or willing to learn GINT, GIS, CAD, and 3D visualization software.
- Familiarity with assessment and restoration of sites affected by non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs).
Benefits
- Market-Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision and More
- Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- And More…
Physical Job Requirements
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Sedentary
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Light
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Medium
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Other
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Activity Level Throughout Workday
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Physical Activity Requirements
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Occasional
(0-35% of day)
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Frequent
(33-66% of day)
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Continuous
(67-100% of day)
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Not Applicable
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Sitting
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6-8 hrs
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Standing
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6-8 hrs
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Walking
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3-5 hrs
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Climbing
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0-1 hrs
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Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
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0-30 lbs
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Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
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0-10 lbs
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Carrying objects
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6-8 hrs
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Push/pull
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0-1 hrs
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Twisting
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1-2 hrs
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Bending
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3-5 hrs
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Reaching forward
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1-3 hrs
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Reaching overhead
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0-1 hrs
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Squat/kneel/crawl
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1-2 hrs
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Wrist position deviation
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1-2 hrs
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Pinching/fine motor skills
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2-3 hrs
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Keyboard use/repetitive motion
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3-5 hrs
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Taste or smell (taste=never)
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X
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Talk or hear
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6-8 hrs
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Accurate 20/40
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Very Accurate 20/20
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Not Applicable
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Near Vision
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X
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Far Vision
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X
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Yes
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No
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Not Applicable
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Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
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X
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Sensory Requirements
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Minimal
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Moderate
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Accurate
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Not Applicable
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Depth perception
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X
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Hearing
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X
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Environmental Requirements
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Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
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Reasonably Anticipated
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Not Anticipated
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Blood borne pathogens
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X
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Chemical
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X
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Airborne communicable diseases
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X
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Extreme temperatures
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X
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Radiation
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X
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Uneven surfaces or elevations
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X
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Extreme noise levels
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X
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Dust/particular matter
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X
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Usual workday hours:
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X
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8
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X
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10
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12
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Other work hours
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GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.