Sunday, July 1, 2018

Staff Environmental Geologist / Hydrogeologist (Entry Level) - ERM

Location:  Melville, NY

Description:  
ERM is seeking a motivated Staff Environmental Geologist / Hydrogeologist to join our consulting firm in Melville, NY. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting site investigation and remediation projects at industrial projects sites. This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest investigation and remediation technologies, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration.

Responsibilities:

Conduct field work, including:

  • Subcontractor oversight;
  • Soil and bedrock drilling, characterization, and sampling;
  • Monitoring well installation and test pit excavation;
  • Soil, sediment, sanitary system, surface water, and groundwater sampling;
  • Surface and borehole geophysical techniques;
  • Aquifer testing, including slug tests, packer testing; step-drawdown and tracer tests; and
  • Remedial systems performance monitoring.
  • Assist in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight.
  • Record data and assist in technical presentation of results; prepare reports, tables, graphs, charts, and hydrogeologic-related maps.
  • Perform detailed analysis of three-dimensional groundwater flow problems in overburden and fractured bedrock aquifers.
  • Provide topical research and assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Understand and compliance with budget/schedule expectations and scope of assignments.
Requirements:

  • Bachelors in geology, hydrogeology, or related discipline; Masters a plus. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Recent graduate to 2 years of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols and a good driving record.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
  • Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while meeting strict deadlines.
To Apply: 
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted by email, and requested to complete a video questionnaire. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Thank you for your interest in ERM!