Staff Scientist

Montrose Environmental Group•Robbinsville, NJ

8d•$55,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. The compensation range for this role is $55K to $65K, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: Work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with peers, seniors, and our clients to build and strengthen relationships Be present and engaged in team and client meetings, and share ideas Conduct environmental investigation and remediation field work Assist with research and data collection efforts as requested by project managers Prepare environmental guidance documents, permit applications, compliance plans, technical reports, and other resources for clients Be knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas of responsibility Maintain confidentiality at all times, both within Onterris and for our clients and affiliates Participate in emergency response services (including 24/7 on-call rotation) Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including completion of all required safety training programs. Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts. Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, reviewing State and Federal regulations, and attending professional workshops. Perform other duties as assigned. Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more. At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental or Geological Sciences from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent environmental industry experience
Must have a valid driver’s license
1-4 years of environmental consulting or management experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to perform in-field physical activities (including lifting and carrying equipment).
Strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple project deadlines
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong competence with Excel, Word, Power Point, Adobe PDF, Google Earth, Outlook and the ability to learn proprietary analytical systems
Basic understanding of state and federal environmental regulations preferred

Nice To Haves

Prior environmental consulting experience with commercial, industrial and/or government clientele is a plus
40-Hr OSHA HAZWOPER training a plus
CAD/GIS mapping experience a plus
Technical report writing experience a plus

Responsibilities

Work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with peers, seniors, and our clients to build and strengthen relationships
Be present and engaged in team and client meetings, and share ideas
Conduct environmental investigation and remediation field work
Assist with research and data collection efforts as requested by project managers
Prepare environmental guidance documents, permit applications, compliance plans, technical reports, and other resources for clients
Be knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas of responsibility
Maintain confidentiality at all times, both within Onterris and for our clients and affiliates
Participate in emergency response services (including 24/7 on-call rotation)
Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including completion of all required safety training programs.
Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, reviewing State and Federal regulations, and attending professional workshops.
Perform other duties as assigned.