Project Scientist

Position Overview

Our office in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a responsible, self-sufficient Project Scientist to work on projects related to the assessment of employee exposures and the evaluation of environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance issues at industrial and commercial sites.   The successful candidate will be skilled in the technical and regulatory aspects of environmental, health and safety with a focus on industrial hygiene, compliance, and risk assessment.  They will perform various EHS consulting services in project/client sectors that may include manufacturing, technology, logistics, petroleum/energy, government/utility, and real estate.

Position Requirements:

• Must have a B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Safety Management, Public Health or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of EHS work experience in a consulting work environment.
• Candidates working toward professional credentials such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Interpersonal skills including an ability to collaborate and work with a team.
• Proven track record of delivering client ready work products.
• Ability to remain flexible and develop creative solutions during evolving field situations.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet internal and external client deadlines.
• General familiarity with federal and state laws and regulations, as well as best practices applicable to environmental, health and safety (e.g., OSHA); experience with USEPA regulations a plus.
• Experience with a wide variety of sampling techniques including the use of direct-reading instruments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.

Essential Duties:

• Provide EHS support to clients, including conducting onsite work such as field studies, data gathering and employee exposure sampling activities. Field support will include regular travel in the Chicagoland area and up to 50% out of state travel.
• Work with senior staff to learn and become proficient in skills and knowledge related to technical requirements, regulatory programs, sampling methodology, writing skills, and verbal communications.
• Work with senior staff to compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
• Work with senior staff to present findings both verbally and in written form (e.g., technical reports) to clients.
• Assist senior staff to maintain productive relationships with clients.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

This position requires work in the field (up to 75%) with the remainder of the time in an office environment.  In the field, candidate will be working independently to perform sample collection, record measurements from direct reading equipment, and observe worker activities during compliance-related activities.  These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and physically move around indoors and outdoors in various terrains. Office work is primarily stationary/sedentary using a computer and keyboard/mouse requiring repetitive hand movements.

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact HR@rouxinc.com.

Base Salary Range:  $ 80,000 - $ 95,000. This salary range is based on what Roux in good faith believes it might pay at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location.  Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity.  In addition, this position is eligible for performance bonuses based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

Roux offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position including:
•    Medical, dental, and vision care coverage for employees and eligible dependents
•    401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Company paid life insurance and disability insurance
•    Supplemental life, long-term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
•    Paid Parental Leave