Environmental Scientist 1

CDM Smith is seeking a talented scientist/technician to join our research team in our Bellevue Research and Testing Laboratory. This position involves supporting cutting-edge treatability and laboratory research projects for a variety of clients across CDM Smith’s environment, water, PFAS, and energy markets from both an administrative and technical standpoint. The ideal candidate should be team-oriented, capable of working independently with proper guidance, have a high attention to detail, and should be comfortable learning new skills and ultimately, independently assisting/executing experiments based on documented work plans and guidance from the project technical lead.

Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline. 0 years. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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Basic knowledge of standard field protocols for their respective discipline. Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Good written and verbal communications skills. Basic knowledge of scientific methods and processes. Basic knowledge of regulations (federal, state, and local) governing environmental review and project implementation.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

$51,524

$77,286

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

TSU

ESO

Fulltime-Regular

Regular

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position