Engineer Program Manager Jobs in Kitchener, ON (NOW HIRING)

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that. 

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.  
Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?   

GHD is looking for a Junior Environmental Engineer to join our Waterloo office. The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) team in Waterloo supports Clients with waste, air, and noise, and occupational hygiene regulatory matters. Clients include but are not limited to various industrial manufacturing facilities, waste management facilities, and property developers.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Air Quality
• Waste Management
• Climate Change and Carbon Management
• Greenhouse Gas Verifications
• Noise Assessments
• Occupational hygiene

 Air Quality and Noise Responsibilities

• Preparation of Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Reports for ECA Applications and EASR Registrations
• Air dispersion modelling using AERMOD, SCREEN3, and other atmospheric dispersion models
• Coordinate and implement field work to conduct air and noise emission source inventories and noise measurements
• Conduct noise modeling using Cadna A and STAMSON software
• Preparation of Acoustic Assessment Reports and Acoustic Audits
• Assist with the design of emission controls
• Assist with the design of noise abatement such as silencers, barriers and wall treatment
• Estimation of GHG emissions and/or verification of greenhouse gas reports
• Greenhouse has verifications for regulatory and voluntary programs
• Support GHD's Advisory group with carbon reduction and climate change management plans
• Aid senior staff in technical research
• Work with GHD's corporate Air & Noise Group, consisting of over 80 engineers and scientists across North America.
• Support GHD's Occupational Hygienists and assist with field surveys for a variety of air contaminants, noise, indoor air quality assessments, and designated substance assessments including abatement oversight
• Prepare reports for the National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI) and Ontario Toxic Reduction Act (TRA) 
• This position will require significant field work and travel, which includes working extended hours.

What you will bring to the Team

• Recent or upcoming graduate from a Bachelor or Masters Degree program of Engineering in Chemical, Environmental, Civil or Mechanical Engineering programs
• Previous co-op experience or relevant work experience preferred, however, not a firm requirement
• Ability to prepare proposals in plain language addressing client requirements
• Attention to detail along with strong organizational skills
• Ability to complete work under tight deadlines when required
• Works well independently as well as a part of a team
• Experience and understanding of any of the following regulations and associated guidance documents would be an asset: Ontario Regulation 419 Air Quality, Ontario Regulation 347 Waste Management, Greenhouse Gas Reporting Programs (provincial and federal); Transportation of Dangerous Goods
• Willingness to travel/work on-site as a member of a team or independently completing field work in support of GHD's Environmental Compliance business
• Willingness to work long hours, including weekends and holidays
• Travel more than 75% of the time. 
• No aversion to heights along with the ability to work in high noise areas
• Written and verbal communication skills are essential to this position. Strong emphasis will be placed on your ability to communicate and engage in technical conversation.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook
• Previous field experience is considered an asset
• Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) member
• Valid G driver's license and access to a vehicle
• Must have a valid Canadian passport

The salary for this position is $67,500.  The posted salary represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.  
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans
This position is for an existing vacancy