General Summary:

Alta Environmental is a leading environmental company dedicated to sustainable practices and the preservation of the environment. We specialize in providing innovative solutions to manage hazardous materials and promote eco-friendly practices among business and communities. We are committed to creating a greener, healthier planet for future generations. We are seeking a highly motivated EHS Project Engineer to contribute to the success of our environmental projects. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in project management, engineering design, and environmental compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong environmental engineering background and passion for addressing environmental challenges.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Environmental Engineering:
  • Conduct environmental assessments, site investigations, and feasibility studies.
  • Design and implement engineering solutions for environmental projects.
  • Prepare technical reports and documentation for regulatory submissions.
  • Air/wastewater/stormwater permitting. Development, submission, revisions, etc.
  • Develop air emission estimates for industrial processes and related operations.
  • Prepare and update plans (mainly SWPPPs and SPCCs).
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Stay current with environmental regulations and ensure project compliance.
  • Interact with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary permits and approvals.
• Client Interaction:
  • Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships by understanding their needs and providing effective solutions.
  • Communicate project progress, finds, and recommendations to clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, engineers, and project managers, to achieve project goals.
  • Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Project Management:
  • Manage environmental projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
  • Coordinate with project leaders, clients, and regulatory agencies to facilitate smooth project execution.

Job Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty proficiently. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus. 
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in environmental engineering and project management or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with environmental assessment tools and software.
• Professional certifications are a plus.
• Ability to travel to clients sites as needed. 

Why Alta?

• Welcome to Alta Southwest! Alta Southwest is a leader and client full-service Engineering, Surveying, Material Company, and Environmental company. We have partnered with the most reputable and knowledgeable architects, developers, building contractors, institutions, and government agencies. Alta provides performance driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning. These projects have primarily been in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas but have included other locations in the State of Arizona. Alta Southwest is one of the fastest growing premier Engineering company is the state. We strive to be the best technical services company to work with, work for and invest in! Join us and gain a career through training that promotes additional certifications allowing you to become a skilled worker in the industry. 

Benefits:

• As an Alta Southwest employee you will receive the opportunity to enroll in our company sponsored benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability) and 401k plan. You will also receive 7 paid company holidays and accrue up to 10 paid days off. We pay for employee earned certifications, which include immediate pay increases. Join us and get a career!