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Senior Environmental Engineer/Scientist

Bechtel Corporation
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025
Requisition ID: 282705

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Reston, VA

Extraordinary Teams Building Inspiring Projects

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Job Summary

In this role, you will lead the development of environmental systems, applications, and procedures for a project. You will lead investigations, conduct complex environmental engineering studies, prepare remediation plans, and evaluate proposed regulations. You will research and develop new technologies and practices and recommend solutions to improve the environmental impact of engineering projects.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

  • Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the environmental engineering work for a global business unit, a project or staff group
  • Develops environmental systems, applications, and procedures
  • Coordinates environmental engineering efforts with specialty groups, engineering disciplines, the client, vendor, contractors, construction and other functional groups
  • Conducts environmental engineering calculations and studies
  • Prepares environmental impact reports for new construction projects, plant processes, and permits
  • Conducts investigations and prepares remediation work plans and reports
  • Researches and develops new technologies and practices to improve the environmental impact of engineering projects
  • Monitors pollution prevention activities and designs processes to effectively treat waste
  • Works with industrial health experts to ensure a safe work environment
  • Provides technical assistance to other Environmental Engineering personnel and interacts with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards
  • Ensures compliance with government regulations and keeps abreast of new environmental engineering policies and technologies
  • When delegated, provides guidance to other environmental engineering personnel for specific tasks or projects
  • Reviews and checks work of others as assigned

Education And Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field with 8-10 years of experience in engineering (environmental, chemical, civil, or mechanical), or physical sciences (e.g., chemistry, geology, meteorology) from an accredited college or university, or in lieu of a formal degree 12-14 years of environmental related experience

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident/green card holder
  • Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education
  • Specialized/advanced knowledge in a field of environmental/chemical engineering (e.g., atmospheric dispersion modeling, nuclear safety hazards analyses, meteorology)
  • Knowledge of engineering/scientific systems, calculations, applications and relevant computer applications
  • Knowledge of NRC and industry regulations pertaining to external hazards analyses
  • Knowledge of construction planning, estimating, procedures, and execution

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards .

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

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