Certified Industrial Hygienist (occupational & public safety) Full Time or Part Time
Rimkus
Worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting, specializing in forensic, built‑environment, disputes & labs.
Industrial hygiene consultant evaluating and controlling occupational and public health hazards.
8 days ago ago
$83,300 - $124,900
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Field
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Forensic Engineering
Consulting
Engineering
Litigation Support
Property Damage Assessments
Risk Management
Technical Services
Expert Witness Services
Sector Specialisms
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
Developers, Owners, and Managers
Government
Healthcare Technology
Hospitality, Retail, and Restaurant
Industrial
Insurance
Marine
Role
Description
testing equipment
client communication
condition analysis
testimony
reporting
hazard evaluation
Operate sampling and testing equipment.
Communicate with clients regarding project scope, schedule, and budget
Investigate and analyze existing conditions or historic events in residential, commercial, industrial, and public venues
You may be required to provide testimony in deposition and/or trial
Prepare oral and written reports that document your findings, analysis, and conclusions
Evaluate and control exposure to health hazards such as noise, air quality, soot tracing, mold, asbestos, moisture mapping, and other subjects.
Requirements
industrial hygienist
osha experience
science degree
5‑10 years
building sciences
communication
You must be able to perform with minimal oversight
5-10 years of relevant work experience
Strong regulatory experience specific to Federal and/or state OSHA regulations
You must be able to lift 30 lbs
Must be a Certified Industrial Hygienist
You must be able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
4-year degree in a science or engineering field
You will be required to travel locally as well as occasionally on overnight assignments
You must possess strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to convey complex ideas to a broad audience
The ideal candidate would have knowledge of or experience in building sciences
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1983 Founded
Year Established
The firm was established in 1983 by Robert E. Rimkus in Houston.
>110 Offices
Global Presence
Expanded to over 110 offices across 10 countries over four decades.
$100M–$500M Revenues
Financial Performance
The company reports strong annual revenues in the $100 million to $500 million range since 2024.
714 MW Wind Farms
Energy Projects
Engages in large-scale renewable energy projects, including 714 MW offshore wind farms.
Began as a home-based forensic engineering consultancy by chemical engineer Robert E. Rimkus.
Over four decades, expanded into a global network.
Financially backed by private equity partner HGGC since 2024.
Typical projects include double-deck tunnel assessments, run-of-river hydro plants, and other engineering challenges.
Core specialisms include forensic analysis of failures, built-environment consulting, expert witness services, and laboratory testing.
Standout capabilities include human performance labs, materials failure labs, forensic meteorology tools, and product safety testing.
Strategic acquisitions—like CCi in 2021—broadened its reach into building consulting and claims support.
Noteworthy for its in-house WeatherPath™ app, wildfire preparedness guidance, and forensic fire & explosion investigation teams.
Work bridges technical consulting, legal dispute resolution, construction oversight, and scientific testing, serving insurers, law firms, governments, and corporates.
Culture + Values
Do the right thing. Build trust and respect. We tell the truth.
We do what we say we will do. We provide exceptional customer service. We are all individually responsible for performance.
Excellence in everything we do. Innovation and continuous improvement. Our team members’ prosperity and well-being.
We are one team. We collaborate toward shared objectives. We help and support each other.
Environment + Sustainability
Offers greenhouse gas and carbon footprint analysis and benchmarking.
Conducts ASHRAE Level I, II, and III energy audits in buildings.
Designs and implements energy‑ and GHG‑reducing projects, with full engineering services.
Supports LEED and sustainability consulting across NC, CI, CS, EBOM project types.
Provides full assessments of building envelope, MEP systems, vertical transportation to optimize energy use.
Performs energy evaluation and submission for compliance with local energy‑reporting ordinances.
Inclusion & Diversity
1,500+ Employees
Global Workforce
Engages a diverse team spanning 110+ offices worldwide.
Has a dedicated DE&I committee promoting initiatives across the business and employee touchpoints.
Implements internal programs including employee surveys, trainings, and resources to foster inclusive culture.
Commits to bias awareness and key training in hiring to build and develop a strong, diverse talent pipeline.