Waste/Shipping Engineer (4033)

Navarro Inc. • Niskayuna, NY

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About The Position

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Waste/Shipping Engineer of Regulated Materials in Niskayuna, New York. The role validates waste characterization for materials generated by laboratory organizations, determines whether waste is regulated or non-regulated, and supports and delivers training for laboratory waste generators. It also involves field surveillances and inspections of waste-generating activities; developing and peer reviewing waste shipments to external disposal facilities; and preparing regulatory documentation and reports for regulatory waste and shipping activities, including RCRA, DOT, and asbestos, as well as non-regulatory chemical and universal waste. The position participates in and supports regulatory and internal inspections held multiple times throughout the calendar year. U.S. citizenship is required due to government contract and/or clearance requirements.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience associated with regulatory waste management, waste shipment, and/or waste disposal.
• Training under 29 CFR 1910.120, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
• DOT shipper qualification.
• Radiological knowledge.
• Bachelor of Science in a science-related field from an accredited college or university.
• Attention to detail and regulatory interpretation skills.
• RCRA knowledge and DOT regulatory knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Past government interactions.

Responsibilities

• Validate waste characterization for materials generated by laboratory organizations and determine whether waste is regulated or non-regulated.
• Support and deliver training for laboratory waste generators.
• Conduct field surveillances and inspections of waste-generating activities.
• Develop and peer review waste shipments to external disposal facilities.
• Prepare regulatory documentation and reports associated with RCRA, DOT, asbestos, chemical, and universal waste and shipping activities.
• Participate in and support regulatory and internal inspections.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level