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Environmental Scientist Assistant

2 months ago


Austin, Texas, United States Burns & McDonnell Full time

Job Summary

The Assistant Environmental Scientist will play a key role in supporting the development of environmental studies, permitting applications, and data analysis for various projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, and water treatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in conducting environmental and siting studies, preparing permitting applications, and analyzing environmental data.
  • Conduct field surveys, assessments, and collect project-related data for analysis in environmental impact projects.
  • Prepare technical reports, environmental impact statements, and environmental field studies.
  • Utilize GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.
  • Perform environmental site investigations, support erosion control efforts, and subsurface soil sampling.
  • Conduct environmental compliance audits.
  • Prepare permitting applications, including air, land use, and cultural resources permitting.
  • Support site selection studies and preparation of related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program.
  • Prior internship or natural science field experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
  • Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.
  • Basic knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.
  • Basic knowledge of the environmental permitting process.
  • Basic knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.
  • Proficiency in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a leading engineering, architecture, construction, and environmental services company. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve.