Environmental Engineer II

Job Title: Environmental Engineer II
Req. # 1499-E
Posting Date: 10/1/26-Until Filled
Compensation: $85,527-$104,533

West Valley Cleanup Alliance is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Phase 1B Deactivation & Demolition Contract at the West Valley Demonstration Project site. The site is a scenic 30-minute drive south of Buffalo, New York. In cooperation with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, West Valley Demonstration Project continues to decontaminate and decommission facilities at this site.

West Valley Cleanup Alliance is a premier employer in the Western New York and southern-tier areas. Our benefit and compensation package includes:

• Competitive pay and opportunity for variable pay incentives
• Extensive benefit offerings focused on your physical, financial, and emotional wellness
• 401(k) savings plan with a 50% employer match up to 6%, plus an additional 6% automatic employer contribution for eligible employees—for a total potential company contribution of 9%.
• 4-day workweek (10 hours per day) for most positions
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Atmosphere fostering work life balance

Lifelong careers are common at West Valley Demonstration Project. If you are interested in joining the West Valley Cleanup Alliance family, apply for one of our current job openings on the https://www.chbwv.com/Careers.html.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Environmental Engineer II is responsible for assisting to implement environmental requirements as imposed by DOE and other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies. Assist on projects or programs which perform environmental monitoring, regulatory review, oversight, assessment, reporting, permitting, and compliance activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education/Experience:
BA/BS degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences, or related science fields plus two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

B. Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or comparable field.
• General knowledge of environmental compliance requirements and regulations.
• Experience working on a remediation project, site cleanup, or waste management site.
• WVDP Site experience is preferred.

C. Licenses/Certifications:
Valid driver’s license required.

D. Other Requirements:

• Broad knowledge of environmental theories, principles, techniques, policies, regulations, and legal requirements.
• Developed organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry specific software applications.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The salary and grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the candidate’s education, training, and/or relevant experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/SCOPE OF WORK

• Maintain a safe and healthful work environment by following established safe work practices and procedures; including following all safety rules, use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE), investigating and reporting identified safety concerns or situations.
• Adhere to standards contained in the Company “Code of Conduct,” Company EEO practices, and DOE directives.
• Assist others to develop, implement, and maintain regulatory and DOE compliance with submittals, inspection procedures and programs designed to minimize deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local laws, regulations, licenses, permits, and ordinances pertaining to health, safety, and environmental control at CHBWV facilities.
• Participate in environmental programs (e.g., water, air, land quality, radiological health and safety, liquid and solid waste disposal) by assisting with inspections and assessments.
• Assist in conducting scientific investigations, researching regulatory requirements, calculating impact, and providing liaison with other departments and DOE personnel.
• Assist in preparing technical reports by interpreting data, observations, and current regulations regarding inspection findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Assist in solving various environmental problems by applying regulatory, DOE compliance, and technical expertise and knowledge.
• Perform scientific investigations by analyzing and interpreting trends and patterns using available precedents and guidelines.
• Share information and consult with senior environmental and technical personnel in the field to assure information is obtained in a practical and economic manner.
• Keep current on specific requirements imposed by government agencies by reading statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits.
• Maintain a working knowledge on the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and how they may impact programs and facility modifications by studying regulatory guidance documents and industry publications and by interfacing with personnel at other DOE facilities.
• Assist in maintaining records and documentation by conforming to established department and company policies and procedures for records management and support data retention capability initiatives to meet required needs.
• Provide recommendations project or site-wide for regulatory strategy or strategies to implement or maintain conformance with environmental regulatory/compliance strategies by interpreting and/or solving basic regulatory issues and communicate with personnel at more senior levels.
• Plan, coordinate, or advise on work efforts or to resolve environmental engineering problems toward mutual goals.
• Regular onsite attendance is required.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work independently under general supervision exercising reasonable judgment in determining objectives of assignments according to procedures.
• Perform tasks from detailed instructions and procedures using independent judgement in locating, selecting, and applying appropriate environmental guidelines, references, and procedures.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to department and company engineers, operators, and other personnel on regulatory matters relating to environment compliance issues or concerns.
• Participate in negotiations with other department engineers and regulators to establish appropriate levels of environmental compliance and reporting.
• Perform, identify, and analyze diverse environmental engineering responsibilities involving different and unrelated processes and methods.
• Execute a broad scope of specific environmental engineering practices affecting the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processes or services.
• Provide companywide regulatory, DOE compliance, and technical guidance and direction for determining courses of action to implement or maintain conformance with environmental regulatory/compliance strategies.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
U.S. Citizenship is required for employment.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
WVCA is a drug free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background investigation. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.