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ProSidian Seeks a Environmental Engineer - Engineering (DS109) (Time and Materials | Exempt Engagement Team - Senior Consultant Level) to support an engagement for a liquid waste contractor (Savannah River Remediation [SRMC]) at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC, which is owned by the U.S. Department of Energy. - DS109 | Prof.  This position is located in the Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina Area. 

Environmental Engineer - Engineering (DS109) Candidates shall work to support requirements for TBC (Engineering Services) and statement of work (SOW) while maintaining required qualifications Nuclear & Environmental Management Sector.  ProSidian Team Members work as part of the Environmental Engineer Engagement Team Cadre to serve as an Environmental Engineer responsible for performing a variety of Environmental Engineering assignments, including design, manufacture, test, installation, operation, and maintenance of various process equipment and systems, and generally as a member of a design, construction, operations, or review team on more complex assignments or as a lead on less complex projects.  In addition, support and engagement for a liquid waste contractor (Savannah River Remediation [SRMC]) at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC, which the US Department of Energy owns.

An Environmental Engineer, or Environmental Engineering Specialist, is responsible for using environmental science principles to improve public health, reduce pollution and remove environmental hazards from the community.  Their duties include collecting ecological samples and data, performing land assessments, and designing systems to eliminate waste safely.  Environmental engineers use the principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. In addition, they work to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control.

This service supports Environmental Management Sector Clients (For Present / Future Requirements), and ProSidian Team Members work as part of an Engagement Team Cadre to fulfill Environmental Engineering requirements.  An Environmental Engineer, or Facilities Environmental Engineer, designs, builds, and tests various mechanical devices, like industrial machines, transportation systems, and robotics equipment.  In addition, Environmental Engineers perform many Environmental, scientific, and technical tasks related to the process of Nuclear, Energy, and Environmental Management Sector products/services/deliverables.  Some of their typical duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following worksite functionalities (Specific Task Order Performance Work Statements May supersede listed tasks for this role):

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and resolve work-related issues and assist Environmental Specialists in identifying and resolving problems.
• Conduct audits and inspections of hazardous waste generator points and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.
• Conduct reclamation, recycling, and reuse operations for the assigned program.
• Develop guidelines for the disposal of hazardous materials
• Direct chemical treatment service for chilled and hot water systems.
• Ensure that productivity, schedule, and contract commitments are achieved, and client policy and safety requirements comply.
• Establish, organize, and train the Worksite, Client Engagement, Project, and Facility Spill Response Teams and serve as incident Commander.
• Evaluate current systems and design innovative ways to improve or replace the existing systems or processes
• Field observation and field sample collections
• Find better solutions for site cleanup on a construction site
• Improve waste management system design
• Investigate, record, and compile reports for environmental-related complaints
• Land assessments for industrial, commercial, or residential sites for environmental impact if someone were to build on that site
• Monitor sick leave, emergency leave, and leave without pay for all employees under their supervision. In addition, perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
• Monitor the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Storm Water installation programs and conduct monitoring and sampling in support of environmental permits.
• Operate and provide limited maintenance for the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility, Water Deionization Facility, And Ground Water Treatment Facility.

Other Responsibilities: Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

Other Responsibilities: Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction.  It is our policy to provide services that meet customer expectations consistently.  Accordingly, each employee must conform to the ProSidian Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable ProSidian Quality System documents and customer contracts. In addition, each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Other Responsibilities: Safety - ProSidian enforces a safety culture whereby all employees are responsible for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.  As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

• Oversee environmental operations for the assigned worksite.
• Pollution-control and waste treatment planning
• potential to act as a regulatory arm for the organization's compliance with waste disposal and management
• Prepare and maintain all records, reports, and associated documentation necessary to comply with Federal, State, and local environmental requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to all installation waste generating facilities and conducts training for designated waste managers.
• Reclamation and disposal of air, water, and land
• Use of specialized equipment to test soil, water, and air of a construction area

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

• A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• Ability to conduct assessments and audits, independent checks, readiness reviews, or similar within DOE facilities.
• Ability to function as a consultant in solving problems.
• Ability to operate complex machinery
• Adequate technical skills to read and understand drawings, diagrams, procurement packages, P&IDs, or similar.
• Computer competency in the use of Excel and MS Word.
• Detail-oriented and able to solve problems independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with Design Change Control (specifically change orders and Temporary Modifications)
• Experience working with Lock Out/Tag Out programs
• Familiarity with at least one maintenance/plant operations software package (Smart Plant, Champs, or Maximo).
• History of developing or working with work packages.
• Keep up to date with fast-moving developments in science and technology
• Lab and field work during studies is highly recommended
• Possess a strong mathematics background

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A variety of technical skills, industry knowledge, and soft skills to work with team members in creating effective products and devices.
• Ability to work under pressure with advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• An electrical engineering license is required
• Creative thinking and innovation with commercial awareness, including an understanding of target user and market
• Due to the nature of the work, the Candidate must be a US Citizen | Dual Citizenship is not permitted
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical ,and teamwork skills with a professional attitude.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills, including advanced geometry, calculus, and physics
• Excellent understanding of safety rules and laws on nuclear power use
• Experience with DOE and NCS experience and Candidate must be able to obtain a DOE Security Clearance.
• Expertise using Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Teams
• Hands-on experience managing complex machinery
• Must be a Citizen of the US and able to obtain unescorted access to a US Nuclear Power Plant
• Must be able to interface with other members of the project team, including other disciplines, clients, contractors, and vendors with previous experience as an Environmental Engineer or in a similar role
• Previous experience as an Environmental Engineer or in a similar role
• The position may require the ability to pass and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A College degree (BA/BS) in physical or biological sciences or ten (10) years demonstrated proficiency in managing environmental operations for large operations and maintenance or manufacturing companies.
• A Master's Degree or Professional Environmental Engineer Licensure preferred
• At least Six (6) years' experience in Environmental Management, including two (2) years of supervisory level experience. Non-Degreed - Ten (10) years. Degreed - Six (6) years.
• Education typically includes theoretical coursework, hands-on projects, and training with various computer programming programs, power systems, and technically oriented material subjects, like hydraulics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent math skills, including advanced geometry, calculus, and physics
• Experience with DOE and NCS experience and Candidate must be able to obtain a DOE Q clearance
• Hold a Professional Engineering (PE) - Environmental Engineering license.  To earn the PE licensure, candidates should have a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the Accreditation Board for Environmental Engineering and Technology (ABET) and experience working under the supervision of a licensed Environmental Engineer.
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and other Environmental Engineering concepts
• Lead in a Nuclear, Energy, and Environmental Management Sector maintenance organization within a DOE facility.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Environmental Engineering | Instrumentation & Controls Experience | Experience with DOE | PE License Preferred
• Requisite work experience and technical skills to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of the Environmental Engineers working and performing tasks in the Energy Industry (Oil and Gas / Power and Utilities / Nuclear Energy)
• The ability to read, write and interpret technical data and working knowledge of the inspection, repair, and testing of the environmental system components of aircraft and associated engines is required. The position may require travel.

3.6 Personnel Qualifications/Certifications --- all personnel shall have demonstrated experience in Nuclear Safety, Criticality, Radiological Engineering, Health Physics, Fire Protection, or Engineering Technical Support.  These individuals must have U.S. citizenship and the ability to maintain DOE site access.

3.6.1 Nuclear and Criticality Safety --- IMC Contractor/SRS or other DOE complex experience is preferred.

Criticality personnel are required to obtain or have SRS Nuclear Criticality Safety qualifications (e.g., Criticality Safety Engineer (CSE), Senior Criticality Safety Engineer (SCSE), Criticality Safety Officer (CSO), Associate Criticality Safety Engineer (ACSE)).

Radiological Engineering and Health Physics personnel are required to achieve/maintain applicable SRS qualifications.

3.6.2 Fire Protection: Fire protection personnel shall be ---

 1. Registered professional engineer in an engineering discipline that encompasses the scope of work being performed. Or

2. Certified National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III in the applicable NICET subfield for the subject fire protection system (i.e., water-based systems layout, fire alarm systems, inspection and te...