Senior Environmental Chemist

Overview

CEC is looking for a Senior Environmental Chemist who is interested in being part of our growing and dynamic team – outstanding professionals who combine strong consulting and business development skills with a solid technical foundation.  CEC is dedicated to sustainable and innovative approaches in solving our clients’ complex environmental problems.  We prioritize safety, environmental responsibility, and technological advancement in all of our operations.

Your work will influence the entire project – from assessment and investigation, (including solving complex water degradation issues), to conceptual remediation and water treatment design plans, and compliance with regulatory standards.  You will also serve as a mentor to junior staff, educating them about field data collection, environmental design parameters, as well as regulatory criteria.  This outstanding opportunity is catered to a senior level professional looking to advance their career with a leader in the environmental consulting industry.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required; Master's or PhD a plus;
• Minimum 15 years of experience in managing assessment and water treatment/remediation design projects as well as permitting and/or environmental compliance activities;
• Experience with solving issues associated with the mining (AMD treatment) and power industries (CCR disposal and leachate treatment challenges);
• Strong working knowledge of state/federal environmental laws and regulations as they relate to environmental compliance and remediation systems;
• Experience working with regulatory agency personnel in the tristate area (PA, OH, WV) a plus;
• Demonstrated success in the development and execution of business development strategies including creation of market/client intelligence, client relationship management, and revenue generation.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior scientists while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Ability to speak and write professionally, including experience with preparation of regulatory submittals, along with the ability to effectively present complex technical information to diverse audiences including trade associations.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with professionals from various backgrounds.

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.