Principal Environmental Scientist / Engineer

T&M Associates•Middletown, NJ

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

T&M Associates is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join our NJ Environmental Market. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical specialist within the remediation practice, providing advanced technical expertise and independent decision-making on complex environmental projects. This position will include leading technical execution, developing solutions to challenging environmental issues, and supporting project teams in delivering high-quality, compliant remediation services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related discipline required.
8+ years of environmental consulting experience with demonstrated expertise in site investigations, remediation systems, soil and groundwater treatment, environmental compliance, waste management, remediation optimization, and long-term operations and maintenance.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage technical assignments and develop practical solutions to complex environmental challenges.
Experience coordinating project teams and providing technical guidance to junior staff.
Familiarity with SRRA, ARRCS, RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and related state and federal regulatory programs.
Strong understanding of local, state, and federal environmental requirements and permitting processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
New Hires must have documents indicating they are eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

PE, PG, or equivalent professional licensure preferred.
LSRP license or willingness to pursue the LSRP examination preferred.
40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training with annual refresher preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior technical specialist for environmental remediation projects involving site investigation, remedial design, environmental data evaluation, regulatory compliance, permitting, and long-term site management.
Independently evaluate environmental conditions, analyze technical data, and develop recommendations and solutions for complex remediation challenges.
Lead technical execution of projects, including preparation and review of work plans, technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submittments.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and scientists in support of project delivery and professional development.
Serve as Project Manager on a variety of environmental investigation projects with a focus on those requiring compliance with the NJDEP’s Site Remediation Program.
Collaborate with other Project Managers, LSRPs, Engineers, and Scientists to ensure projects are completed in accordance with technical standards, regulatory requirements, and client objectives.
Perform technical reviews and support QA/QC efforts to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across project deliverables.
Prepare technical and cost proposals, evaluate project risks, and contribute to development of competitive solutions for client pursuits.
Maintain knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.