Environmental Engineer/Scientist

National Grid • Syracuse, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

National Grid is seeking two Environmental Engineers/Scientists to join their team, with opportunities available in Syracuse, NY and Buffalo, NY. The role holder will be responsible for managing a regional Environmental Compliance program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures. This is an exciting opportunity to support the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and work on a wide variety of electric and gas infrastructure projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and make a direct impact on environmental stewardship across New York.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related environmental discipline
• Minimum 5 years of related or equivalent environmental work experience
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and environmental compliance programs
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting environmental compliance, environmental permitting, remediation, or related environmental programs
• Must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within the utility, energy, construction, engineering, or environmental consulting industries
• Knowledge of RCRA, TSCA, Petroleum Bulk Storage (PBS), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC), SPDES, and related environmental regulations
• RCRA, DOT, and 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
• Experience supporting environmental due diligence, waste management, site remediation, or regulatory inspections
• Project management experience
• Familiarity with contractor management requirements such as procurement and reviews of proposals and invoices, for consulting, laboratories and field service providers
• Familiarity with GIS, environmental data management systems, or environmental reporting tools

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance activities throughout project planning, design, construction, and operational phases.
• Develop and maintain environmental procedures by monitoring emerging environmental laws and regulations.
• Serve as a key liaison with environmental regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Construction, and Project teams to identify environmental risks, implement practical compliance solutions, and drive compliance initiatives.
• Manage environmental incidents, investigations, remediation efforts, and corrective action programs.
• Conduct environmental assessments and inspections at substations, operating facilities, fleet garages, rights-of-way, gas regulator stations, and other company properties.
• Manage environmental due diligence activities for property transactions and third-party access requests.
• Coordinate waste characterization, recycling, transportation, and disposal activities while maintaining environmental permits, reports, plans, registrations, and compliance documentation.
• Manage field work on properties with environmental regulatory encumbrances.
• Build and foster close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to share best practices, train employees, and communicate business decisions.

Benefits

• Make a meaningful impact supporting critical energy infrastructure and environmental stewardship
• Work on diverse projects across electric and gas operations
• Collaborate with industry experts across engineering, operations, construction, and environmental disciplines
• Gain exposure to complex environmental challenges and regulatory programs
• Grow your career with a company committed to building a sustainable energy future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level