Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc. • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Chemistry
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, and effective with time management
• Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills
• Willingness to learn and develop new areas of expertise

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of engineered environmental and water systems
• Understanding of the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment
• Familiarity with drinking water and wastewater treatment
• Familiarity with the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System or Toxic Release Inventory or other related state and federal regulations
• Knowledge of PFAS, other chemicals of concern, and/or microbiological contaminants
• Some consulting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supporting multidisciplinary project teams on complex, challenging problems related to contamination investigations, environmental and regulatory compliance, litigation support, environmental assessment, engineering analysis, and remediation
• Reviewing, interpreting, and summarizing scientific literature, regulatory standards, guidance documents, and legal case materials
• Applying critical thinking to prepare and review complex technical reports and presentations
• Working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation
• 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
• Bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts
• Annual bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees