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Senior Engineers/Scientists/Chemists/Technicians

Erg

The Role

Overview

Lead and execute EPA research projects as senior engineer/scientist/technician.

Key Responsibilities

  • project leadership
  • technical reports
  • solution design
  • research development
  • mentoring
  • emerging tech

Tasks

As a senior-level professional, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing solutions, leading technical projects, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams to drive innovation. They will write work plans, quality assurance project plans, health and safety plans, and reports for work being performed by ERG. -Ensure projects meet client needs, adhere to health & safety and QA practices, and attain company objectives -Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders -Propose and implement solutions to complex technical challenges -Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in your area of specialization, providing guidance and support to other engineers, scientists, and technicians -Lead and execute technical projects from hypothesis to completion, ensuring adherence to project objectives, scope, budget, and timeline -Present technical findings, progress, and project results at conferences and to leadership and clients, as needed -Conduct advanced research, analysis, design, and testing to support project development and optimization -Mentor and train junior engineers, scientists, or technicians, providing them with technical guidance and career development support -Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team -Work in partnership with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative engineering/scientific solutions -Ensure the implementation of best practices, methodologies, and cutting-edge techniques -Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and processes for integration into current and future projects

Requirements

  • analytical
  • 15+ years
  • b.s. degree
  • phd
  • h&s
  • quality assurance

What You Bring

-Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills. Aptitude and interest in science, technical work, mechanical equipment, and air quality -Extensive experience (15+ years) in providing on-site research support for the EPA’s Office of Research and Development -B.S. degree in Environmental/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Experience in lieu of a degree will be considered -Ph. D or Master's a plus -Extensive experience in implementing client and organizational health & safety practices -Proven track record of successfully leading technical teams and delivering complex projects -Ability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screening -Extensive experience in implementing organizational quality assurance plans and quality management practices -Experience in writing scientific, technical, quality assurance, and health & safety documents

Benefits

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293. ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

The Company

About Erg

-Partners with federal and state agencies as well as private organizations, tackling projects from air quality and water regulation to toxic emissions control. -Expertise spans compliance evaluations, economic and regulatory policy analysis, and designing environmental management systems. -Work includes hands-on laboratory analysis and engineering solutions like wastewater treatment design and custom instrumentation in their RTP lab. -Delivers educational services and training programs, developing curricula for K-12 and professional audiences.

Sector Specialisms

Energy Systems

Water Treatment

Packaging

Building Materials

Infrastructure

Ecosystem

Community Resilience

Land Use

Transportation

Natural Areas and Open Spaces

Green Infrastructure

Blue Infrastructure

Hazard Mitigation

Climate Change

Air Quality

Water Quality

Human Health

Facilities Management

Regulatory Programs

Voluntary Initiatives

Corporate Climate Programs

Interview Process

-telephone or video screening via skype, teams, gotomeeting, or similar platforms. -in‑person meeting with an erg employee before providing confidential personal information.

Security Clearance

-must pass background checks and initial and random drug screening.