What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Compliance Scientist | Engineer position at Fuss & O'Neill?
Department: Civil/Environmental
Location: New Haven, CT
Compensation: $65,000 - $73,000 / year
Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.
We are seeking an Environmental Compliance Scientist | Engineerto join our Environmental and Facilities department and work on compliance projects involving Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, Hazardous Waste Compliance and Underground Storage Tank (UST) Compliance for various industrial and commercial clients. Work may include air permitting, wastewater discharge permitting, multimedia sampling, stormwater permitting and planning, Tier II reporting, TRI reporting, and more!
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with research and interpretation of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including air, water, waste, and hazardous waste laws
- Support environmental compliance projects by helping track deadlines, organizing documentation, and contributing to technical deliverables under the guidance of senior staff
- Work closely with team members to learn regulatory standards and best practices for environmental compliance
- Contribute to the preparation of client reports, regulatory filings, and internal updates, ensuring accuracy and clarity
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions to build technical knowledge and project management skills
- Maintain a collaborative and positive work environment by actively engaging with team members and asking questions to promote continuous learning
- Bachelors degree in environmental science or engineering
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, including technical concepts
- Familiarity with preparing basic reports, memos, and documentation with attention to detail and accuracy
- Willingness to work as part of a team, take direction, and gradually build project coordination skills
- Knowledge of Connecticut state and federal environmental regulations, with a strong interest in learning and applying compliance standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD knowledge a plus
- Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
- Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
- Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
- Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
- Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.
All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.
Salary : $65,000 - $73,000
