Waste Characterization Specialist

At Strata-G, we define significance by the extraordinary people we hire, the relationships we build with our clients, and the positive impact we make in the community. Our team of intellectually curious and highly motivated engineers, scientists and business professionals engages with our clients to solve complex energy and environmental challenges around the world.

We are driven by our values to create a culture of significant and positive change for our clients and the world.

We CareWe treat our customers and employees as we wish to be treated. IntegrityWe are honest and ethical in every endeavor. ServiceWe continuously strive to please our customers and to exceed their expectations. QualityWe maintain a culture of continuous improvement. SafetyWe hold paramount the safety and health of our associates, our customers, the public, and the environment. InnovationWe develop creative solutions to better serve our customers. AttitudeWe maintain a positive attitude and value humor. OutreachWe share the results of our successes with the community.

Strata-G is seeking an experienced Waste Characterization Specialist with the following:

Responsibilities:

• Characterize radioactive, hazardous, mixed, and industrial waste streams using sampling, analytical data, and process knowledge.
• Develop and review waste characterization documents, including sampling and analysis plans, waste profiles, and characterization reports.
• Evaluate waste against Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) for onsite and offsite disposal facilities.
• Support waste disposition planning, packaging, and shipment in line with DOE, EPA, and DOT requirements.
• Coordinate with project teams, field personnel, laboratories, and regulators to resolve characterization and disposition issues.
• Review analytical data for usability, and prepare technical reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Requirements:

• B.S. in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related technical field.
• 5 or more years of experience in waste management or waste engineering.
• DOE site experience.

Preferred:

• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Familiarity with DOE O 435.1, RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and DOT hazardous materials regulations.
• Experience with disposal facility WAC (for example, EnergySolutions, WCS, NNSS, and EMWMF).

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time

Job Location: Oak Ridge, TN.

Strata-G will not sponsor applicants for immigrant or non-immigrant work visas. The successful candidate will be required to submit evidence of identity and employment authorization. Tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by Strata-G and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment. Strata-G is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age (40 or older), protected veteran status, or disability.