Environmental Engineer

Noblis•Washington, DC

About The Position

Noblis is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer for a future proposal opportunity based in Bethesda, Maryland. The position is contingent upon contract award and will provide program management services, technical support, and coordination for Navy activities involving NATO, Data Exchange Agreements (DEA), and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). It will directly support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD), helping ensure Navy compliance with international treaties, standards, and agreements while advancing collaborative environmental technology programs with allied nations. The role coordinates extensively with NATO working groups, IMO committees, international partner navies, and Department of Defense stakeholders. Work includes reviewing legislation, regulations, treaties, standards, and technical documents; assessing potential impacts on Navy programs; developing standards, agreements, and supporting documentation; and preparing analyses, reports, presentations, and briefing materials. The position also supports Navy modernization and program management activities, participates in meetings and events, and may require occasional domestic and international travel. Work with hazardous materials may occur as described in individual task instructions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Systems Engineering from an accredited college or university.
At least five years of experience in work related to NATO, DEA, and IMO support.
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance.
Expert knowledge of NATO Standardization Agreements (STANAGs), Data Exchange Agreement processes and protocols, and IMO conventions.
Familiarity with MARPOL 73/78 and applicable IMO resolutions.
Knowledge of OPNAV-M 5090.1, the Environmental Readiness Program Manual, and Navy environmental policy documents.
Experience with international treaty review, legislative analysis, and rulemaking processes affecting naval operations.
Ability to analyze complex international documents, including regulations, directives, and resolutions, for impact and relevance to Navy programs.
Proficiency in drafting standards, regulations, technical agreements, and materials supporting international negotiations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with Navy, DoD, NATO, and international stakeholders.
Experience preparing presentations and briefing materials for senior leadership and international working groups.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and database management tools.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of experience in work related to SOW Section 5.4.9, NATO, DEA, and IMO support.
Prior experience supporting Navy or DoD NATO working groups, committees, or panels.
Experience negotiating, developing, and managing Data Exchange Agreements.
Familiarity with IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee proceedings and resolutions.
Knowledge of international environmental standards applicable to naval vessels and offshore operations.
Experience with Foreign Military Sales programs and international defense coordination.
Understanding of Navy ship waste management technologies and environmental systems.
Prior experience preparing and delivering CDRLs in a DoD contract environment.
Knowledge of the Navy Modernization Process and Engineering Change Proposals.
Experience coordinating with allied navies on environmental technology programs and joint initiatives.

Responsibilities

Provide program management services, technical support, and coordination for Navy NATO, DEA, and IMO activities.
Perform legislative reviews, rulemaking reviews, and analyses of international treaties and regulatory documents.
Assist with reviewing and developing associated documentation, including technical documents, reports, specifications, agreements, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Coordinate document review activities with NAVSEA, Navy Headquarters, other military services, and agencies.
Monitor proposed changes to international treaties and conventions and assess potential impacts on the Navy.
Analyze regulatory and international documents for their impact and relevance to Navy programs.
Evaluate NATO Standardization Agreements (STANAGs) and allied publications for applicability to NSWCCD programs.
Assess IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee resolutions for Navy compliance obligations.
Prepare written analyses, summary reports, position papers, technical documentation, presentations, and briefing materials for program leadership, stakeholders, and international working groups.
Support drafting standards and regulations applicable to NATO, DEA, and IMO requirements, and coordinate with allied nations and international bodies on technical standards development.
Conduct studies on shipboard environmental systems and shore operations.
Write, review, edit, comment on, and revise technical documents, including reports and specifications.
Review and develop drawings and incorporate revisions into existing documents.
Attend technical and programmatic meetings, prepare minutes, and track action items through completion.
Arrange, organize, coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings, program reviews, symposia, and other events.
Design and develop informational posters, brochures, specification sheets, and marketing materials.
Support the Navy Modernization Process and provide support to Program Managers and Subject Matter Experts.
Assist with preparation of program management plans, schedules, and budgets.
Coordinate regularly with international partners, allied nation representatives, NATO working groups, and IMO delegates.
Travel occasionally to NATO meetings, IMO conferences, international symposia, and Fleet or program office locations in the United States and overseas.