DoD Skillbridge - environmental scientist 2024

Candidate Specification

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or Geology
• 0-2 years of practical experience as a geological or environmental scientist
• A good working knowledge of AutoCAD 2017 or higher, Civil3d experience preferred.
• A good working knowledge of ArcMap, or equivalent software.
• Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team.
• Candidate must be able to work under pressure and to deadlines and have strong organizational abilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphics communication skills.
• OSHA 40-hour training a plus.
• Candidate must pass a physical as condition of employment
• Employment contingent on preliminary drug test in addition to physical

Job Description
Our Environmental team in NJ is currently hiring for an DoD Skillbridgeenvironmental scientist or geologist to join our team in the Morristown, NJ office. In this position you will work with a team of dedicated engineers, geologists and scientists on local environmental projects.

• Responsibilities may involve gathering data and other associated environmental tasks such as observation of the installation of soil borings and monitoring wells, sampling of soil, groundwater, sediment, and surface water, etc.
• Making visual assessments about field conditions and communicating (verbal and written) effectively.
• Paying attention to site safety, personal safety and following all safety rules and procedures.
• Safely stooping, lifting, crawling, climbing, and walking as necessary to navigate uneven terrain and obstacles on active construction/environmental remediation sites.
• Working independently with attention to detail.
• Utilizing GPS equipment proficiently to collect data during field observations and site inspections
• Working nights and weekends as needed - Overtime is likely, but not guaranteed.
• Competent in CAD drafting/GIS mapping.
• Familiarity with New Jersey and Federal Environmental Regulations.

Job Profile
Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 16,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.
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We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.
Hybrid working policy
At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.
More about Mott MacDonald
We're a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence