Staff Scientist

Schnabel Engineering•Wilmington, NC

2d•$57,200 - $86,000

About The Position

Are you looking for interesting, challenging, and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then apply to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Wilmington, NC office of Schnabel is seeking a Staff Scientist to join our team of multi-disciplinary professionals. We are looking for a motivated candidate able to learn quickly, with a desire to develop both field and analytical skills, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in either: Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Geology
0-3 years of professional experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Positive attitude
Ability to multi-task
Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
Strong organizational and time management skills
Willingness and ability to perform outdoor field work, work outside of normal business hours, and overnight travel; and
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.

Nice To Haves

Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e. water sampling, field documentation, laboratory analysis, etc.)
Experience using EQuIS and/or Autodesk’s Civil 3D software packages
OSHA and/or HAZWOPER certifications

Responsibilities

Coordinate and collect field data working within a project team environment;
Participate in Health and Safety Plan preparation, daily safety meetings, and OSHA, HAZWOPER, and site-specific safety training;
Perform surface water, groundwater, and drinking water monitoring and soil sampling in accordance with field training and procedures;
Water quality testing and measurement;
Instrument calibration and record-keeping;
Use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water testing equipment such as peristaltic pumps, bladder pumps, submersible pumps, water quality meters, handheld GPSs, 4-gas meters, and PIDs;
Collection, documentation, and handling of laboratory samples;
Review and interpretation of laboratory and field data;
Oversight of subcontractors including laboratories, drillers, supply vendors;
Observation and oversight of drilling including soil/rock logging and installation of monitoring wells;
Assist in inspection of site environmental conditions
Record field notes and document detailed site information;
Summarize and interpret environmental data on maps;
Prepare statistical evaluations on analytical data;
Prepare, review, and validate analytical laboratory data; and
Technical writing and preparation of technical regulatory reports;