What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Engineer - Pollution Prevention position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
Job Responsibilities
Screen companies for P2 opportunities, develop project proposals, and manage client relations :
- Collect and evaluate Federal, State and Local data on existing and growing economic levels, national environmental emphasis areas, and NY State environmental focus areas to inform decisions on project areas.
- Use screening methods and input from P2I management to choose the most impactful and relevant areas to pursue.
- Ensure alignment with Institute initiatives, current expertise and available staff resources.
- Establish and maintain regular communication with clients
- Establish and maintain regular communication with statewide Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) and other organizations
Technical Assistance / Applied Research :
Project Management :
Project Reporting and Communication :
Additional Details
In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and / or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at : http : / / careers.rit.edu / staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Required Qualifications
Education / Experience :
8 years of work experience with BS degree, 7 years of work experience with advanced degree. Work experience should include : analysis, design, or implementation of manufacturing process improvements, source reduction (etc).
Skills :
Preferred Qualifications
Department / College Description
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is a statewide technology development, transfer, and assistance center whose mission is to make New York state more environmentally sustainable for businesses, workers, and the public through more efficient use of raw materials, energy and water, and reductions in toxic chemical use, emissions to the environment and waste generation. NYSP2I is an integrated program of several major elements : direct technical assistance to industry and organizations; research, development, and diffusion; outreach; professional training; a community grants program; and academic educational program development. NYSP2I also focuses on the acceleration of green technologies and greening of the supply chain. NYSP2I is led by Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and is a partnership between RIT, Clarkson University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Cornell University, Binghamton University and the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).
What do we believe at RIT?
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical / dental / vision benefits; paid vacation / sick time / retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Job Summary
The Senior Engineer-Pollution Prevention position will primarily support industrial / manufacturing client programs of the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at RIT. The Senior Engineer - Pollution Prevention will use their technical expertise and industry experience to facilitate the reduction of environmental impacts at the source.
The Sr. Engr - P2. will evaluate P2 opportunities at manufacturers, manage client and partner relationships, and develop and execute project proposals in a variety of different industry sectors. Working in a team based environment, as both a project lead, and a project contributor for different projects, this role is responsible for : researching, identifying, and developing solutions or evaluating existing technologies to address P2 opportunities, managing projects to an on-time and on-budget completion, mentoring junior staff, and documenting project outcomes (via detailed final client reports, case studies, project presentations, workshops, etc). The position reports to the NYS P2I Associate Director.
