Wastewater Scientist - Elizabethtown, United States - Material Matters, Inc.

Description

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Material Matters, Inc._

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Job Description:
Wastewater Scientist_


SUMMARY:

Wastewater Scientist to ensure project completion in a manner that fulfills client expectations_.

_Responsibilities include but are not limited to supporting with project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget; working collaboratively with other science and engineering staff; actively seeking technical expertise from senior staff; supporting business development opportunities and identifying opportunities to improve project efficiencies.

This is not a design engineering position.


REPORTS TO:
Sr. Wastewater Scientist


PRINCIPAL TASKS

Client Support and Technical Reports

• Supports Sr. Wastewater Scientist with municipal and industrial wastewater projects related to solids handling, treatment, permitting, wastewater process controls, and beneficial use.
• Gathers information related to municipal, industrial, and commercial wastewater/water treatment clients and regulatory requirements, and supports the Sr. Wastewater Scientist in translating those needs into viable and costeffective solutions.
• Researches and applies principles of environmental science and engineering and basic wastewater treatment principles, adapting and modifying techniques and approaches.
• Supports residuals and high strength waste market assessments projects
• Understands laboratory practices and conducts analytical data review related to biosolids and residuals quality.
• Identifies roadblocks and designs multiple solution paths, anticipating and mitigating undesired outcomes.
• Participate in presentations at scientific conferences, steering committee meetings, or other scientific meetings

Project Management and Quality Control

• Understand project work plans developed by the Sr. Wastewater and Residuals Scientist and works to fulfill work plan goals
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately
• Effectively applies company methodology and enforces project standards
• Seeks feedback, advice, project updates and encouragement from team members
• Actively engaged in multiple projects at one time
• Selfreports hours and expenses on a regular basis
• Understands project budget and seeks guidance to ensure operations within project budget.

Client and Team Engagement

• Supports Sr. Wastewater Scientist with client interaction; will connect directly with client under the direction of leadership.
• Builds a knowledge base of each client's business, organization, and objectives
• Participates in team and client meetings
• Understands deadlines and works with leadership to ensure timeliness

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree
• Experience in wastewater/water operations strongly preferred.
• Time management skills, especially familiarity with calendar management and goal setting
• Strong organizing skills and ability to participate in multiple project activities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative project management team
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and prioritize projects effectively
• Strong oral and written communication skills demonstrated by publications and presentations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with state and/or federal permitting and regulatory review is preferred

Pay:
$55, $80,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B visa status)?
• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Microsoft Office?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Microsoft Excel?

License/Certification:
- driver's license (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Elizabethtown, PA 17022