Environmental Scientist - APTIM : Job Details

At **APTIM** , we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems.

**Job Overview:**

APTIM currently has career growth opportunities for entry level Environmental Scientists to join our project team in support of ongoing inspection and characterization activities at Redstone Arsenal located in Huntsville, AL. This opportunity will primarily focus on oversight and documentation of field activities, including the collection of environmental samples and associated technical reporting. Strong interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally, to all project team members including client representatives, regulators, and APTIM colleagues alike. Occasional travel to other project locations to support field activities will be required.

**What you can expect from APTIM:**

+ Work that is worthy of your time and talent

+ Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home.

+ Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities.

+ A voice in making our company better.

+ Investment into your personal and professional development

**Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:**

+ Collection, documentation, and interpretation of field environmental data for management review and incorporation into project documents.

+ Utilization of various field sampling and monitoring equipment, including knowledge of equipment calibration and maintenance.

+ Analyze and prepare raw data into workable form for engineering/scientific project reports and other project documents.

+ Conformance to applicable regulatory codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.

+ Adherence to established schedule and budgets for the performance of field and office work activities.

+ Work collaboratively in a team environment, provide input on technical, project, and safety issues.

+ Possess a Safety First work ethic.

**Basic Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline (Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, etc.)

+ Possess 0-2 years of relevant industry experience.

+ Valid Driver's License with Clean Driving Record required.

+ Possess or have ability to readily obtain 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

+ Ability to wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites; lifting and physical work will be required.

+ Core competency in Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Must be able to work in the field in all types of field conditions/weather.

+ Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends, to meet project deadlines.

+ Ability to travel for field assignments.

**Who we are and what we do:**

APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.

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