Staff Engineer II or Geologist

Farallon Consulting, L.L.C. has an opening for a full-time, Staff Engineer or Geologist in Irvine, California. This is an exempt professional position.

About us

Farallon's outstanding reputation for resolving challenges on a broad array of environmental projects is the result of the expertise and dedication of highly motivated professionals working toward a common goal. To build on this reputation, Farallon is committed to attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

Farallon provides an integrated suite of environmental consulting services to a wide range of private- and public-sector clients. Specialty areas include environmental due diligence, site characterization, engineering and remediation services, stormwater management, natural resources and permitting, and mediation and litigation support. The firm is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with offices in Gig Harbor, Seattle, Wenatchee, and Bellingham, Washington; Portland and Baker City, Oregon; and Oakland and Irvine, California.

What we are looking for

The Staff Engineer or Geologist will perform professional engineering work supporting a broad range of projects that reflect Farallon's core practices including:

• Remedial investigations and feasibility studies;
• Field investigations including drilling, injection work, and pilot testing remediation system design and construction; and
• Cleanup implementation including mass excavation, soil vapor or multi-phase extraction, injection, and ongoing operations and maintenance of exiting systems.

The work requires a basic professional knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques for soil, groundwater, surface water, and/or sediments under the direction of senior staff. The Staff Engineer or Geologist will also be responsible for completing a wide variety of field activities including stormwater inspections, construction observation and verification, and environmental sampling and monitoring; all under the supervision of project and senior staff.

What's in it for you?

• The opportunity to advance your career at a quality-driven, employee-owned consulting firm.
• Mentorship from seasoned environmental professionals.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible work environment and excellent benefits.

Requirements:

What you will be doing at Farallon:

• Perform field investigations and data collection as requested including observing drilling, injection work, system installations, mass excavation, and other types of similar work.
• Ability to assist with preparation of summary memorandums, Remedial Investigation and Feasibility Study documents, Cleanup Action Plans, and other design documents with oversight from senior staff.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting analytical and engineering design data.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations, analyses, and costs under the direction of senior engineering staff.
• Assists with preparation of other engineering related documents including cost estimates and proposals.
• Ability to travel at least 20-percent of the time or as required.
• Other Duties as assigned.

What you will need to succeed

• Bachelor's or master's degree in geology, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
• 1-2+ years of field experience preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or Geologist in Training (GIT) within California state or the ability to obtain within one year.
• Basic competency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work hours.
• Knowledge of appropriate state regulations, including appropriate health and safety regulations, required to perform typical field and office tasks.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform field work and a wide range of physical activities, including sustained walking, standing, and reaching, in an outdoor environment.
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection and pass baseline physical for job position.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Ideally, you'll also have

• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

Our best estimate of the base salary range for this position, located in Irvine, California area is $85,000 – $95,000. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. Farallon reviews and updates salary ranges annually, and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Farallon's total compensation package for our employee-owners.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and in the field. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. This role also uses equipment necessary to perform specialized field tasks.

Benefits

We are proud of the benefits we offer to our employee-owners, including:

• Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Health Saving Account with $1200 employer contribution per year and access to Flexible Spending Accounts
• A paid day each year to volunteer at a charitable organization of each employee's choice
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related classes
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• One-time home office equipment stipend

Don't meet every single requirement for the role? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Farallon, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles with our firm.

Apply for Staff Engineer or Geologist

If you would like to be considered for this position with the Farallon team, submit a resume online at

Farallon Consulting, L.L.C. is an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military leave or service, status as a disabled veteran or other covered veteran status, participation in EEO protected activity, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis of one or more of the foregoing.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.