Senior Scientist/Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG seeks a senior scientist/engineer to support our work for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We support research projects for federal and non-profit clients and seek support on projects focused on characterizing hazardous waste sites and evaluating remedial alternatives. The position will involve close collaboration with diverse practices across ERG.

Job Description

• This position involves providing research support on research projects for the U.S. EPA, states, and nonprofit organizations
• This will require reviews of Superfund site documents, mathematical modeling, and report writing and editing. In addition, the position involves frequent collaborative work with employees from related disciplines
• Data analysis and interpretation of scientific results will be required for some projects

Qualifications and Skills

• Ph.D. plus 5 years of experience with hazardous waste remediation
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills
• Applied experience with quantitative research activities in an academic or professional setting
• Experience developing written products for technical and non-technical audiences