What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist / Field Engineer position at Sigma Science, Inc.?
Job Description
Where You Will Work:
Sigma Science, Inc. (Sigma) is a New Mexico-based, small business that provides comprehensive engineering and technology services to federal and commercial clients. We solve our client’s most demanding challenges by hiring best-in-class leaders and employees, and partnering with trusted companies, industry leaders, and universities. Since 1996, we have delivered technical expertise and innovative solutions to complex problems across the national security enterprise, with a focus on the nuclear industry. The key to our success is our people. Join our dynamic team as we provide industry recognized experts in a wide variety of technical fields including nuclear surety & safety, information technology & cybersecurity, mission assurance, nuclear security & non-proliferation, and environmental management.
What You Will Do
Support the Environmental Services organization in performing process sampling and regulatory compliance sampling work scope. Applicant’s primary responsibility shall be to support the Integrated Waste Treatment Unit (IWTU) Mercury Monitoring Program with the intention of eventually serving as the primary technical point of contact for the sampling program maintenance and implementation. Applicant shall be capable of completing all required training/qualifications. Applicant will be responsible for ensuring all necessary equipment is in good working order and appropriate sorbent trap supplies and consumables are available to support each treatment campaign, which can extend up to eight months. Applicant will serve as the primary sampler for process gas mercury vapor sampling as required and in compliance with the EPA method and company procedures for sample planning, collection, handling, and preservation. Applicant shall communicate with the Project Environmental Lead and designated System Engineer for equipment repairs, calibrations, and replacement supplies, and shall assist with technical plans, procedure revisions, and work order reviews as necessary. Applicant shall support on-site mercury analysis, including becoming a qualified analyst if necessary. Applicant’s secondary responsibility shall be to provide supplemental support for sitewide regulatory compliance sampling when time allows, and mercury monitoring program responsibilities have been met. Applicant shall support environmental field personnel in collection of drinking waste, wastewater, ambient air, groundwater, and waste characterization samples, as requested. Applicant shall support the development of sample plans, quality plans, work control documents, sample documentation, and assist in report preparation and reviews.
What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
Sigma Science Inc. (Sigma) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at Sigma. We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.
Where You Will Work:
Sigma Science, Inc. (Sigma) is a New Mexico-based, small business that provides comprehensive engineering and technology services to federal and commercial clients. We solve our client’s most demanding challenges by hiring best-in-class leaders and employees, and partnering with trusted companies, industry leaders, and universities. Since 1996, we have delivered technical expertise and innovative solutions to complex problems across the national security enterprise, with a focus on the nuclear industry. The key to our success is our people. Join our dynamic team as we provide industry recognized experts in a wide variety of technical fields including nuclear surety & safety, information technology & cybersecurity, mission assurance, nuclear security & non-proliferation, and environmental management.
What You Will Do
Support the Environmental Services organization in performing process sampling and regulatory compliance sampling work scope. Applicant’s primary responsibility shall be to support the Integrated Waste Treatment Unit (IWTU) Mercury Monitoring Program with the intention of eventually serving as the primary technical point of contact for the sampling program maintenance and implementation. Applicant shall be capable of completing all required training/qualifications. Applicant will be responsible for ensuring all necessary equipment is in good working order and appropriate sorbent trap supplies and consumables are available to support each treatment campaign, which can extend up to eight months. Applicant will serve as the primary sampler for process gas mercury vapor sampling as required and in compliance with the EPA method and company procedures for sample planning, collection, handling, and preservation. Applicant shall communicate with the Project Environmental Lead and designated System Engineer for equipment repairs, calibrations, and replacement supplies, and shall assist with technical plans, procedure revisions, and work order reviews as necessary. Applicant shall support on-site mercury analysis, including becoming a qualified analyst if necessary. Applicant’s secondary responsibility shall be to provide supplemental support for sitewide regulatory compliance sampling when time allows, and mercury monitoring program responsibilities have been met. Applicant shall support environmental field personnel in collection of drinking waste, wastewater, ambient air, groundwater, and waste characterization samples, as requested. Applicant shall support the development of sample plans, quality plans, work control documents, sample documentation, and assist in report preparation and reviews.
What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Engineering, or other Environmental related studies.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
- Relevant experience includes developing field work plans, sample plans, quality assurance plans, or similar; performing environmental field work and sampling of environmental media; compiling, evaluating, interpreting and reporting analytical results.
- Must have or be able to obtain OSHA 40 hour HazWoper and Radiological Worker II.
- Must have or be able to obtain respirator qualification. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is highly desired.
- Onsite: Idaho Falls, ID
- 10 holidays and 15 days of PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision
- FSA, HSA, and 401K
- STD, LTD, and AD&D
- Supplemental Voluntary Insurance Options and EAP
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development
- Profit Sharing and Incentive Bonuses
Sigma Science Inc. (Sigma) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at Sigma. We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.
