Environmental and Safety Consultant

REI Engineering is seeking an Environmental and Safety Consultant in Wausau, WI. The role involves ensuring environmental and safety regulatory compliance, conducting audits, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates should have a degree in related fields and exhibit strong communication skills. Responsibilities include analyzing data, writing reports, and collaborating with clients and regulatory agents. The position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive team.
REI Engineering, Inc. is recruiting an Environmental and Safety Consultant to join our extraordinary team of professionals in Wausau, Wisconsin. Be a part of a small company where you can make a big difference. Transform complex and creative ideas into reality, every day. Our team of over 40 dedicated individuals work together to provide dynamic solutions in environmental and regulatory compliance consulting, civil engineering, land planning, and surveying to our business partners throughout the United States.


Join us in solving complex issues for our clients while building your career. Our goal is to be our client’s first choice….always!


The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and aptitude, be willing to learn, be personally motivated, take pride in being part of a successful team, and have a desire to grow personally and professionally with each project assigned. Join in helping our clients manage environmental and safety challenges with practical solutions. Specific responsibilities and duties include:


Environmental Regulatory Compliance:



Environmental Audits
Air Permit Compliance
Hazardous and Universal Waste Compliance
Storm Water Compliance
Wastewater Discharge Compliance
Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC)
EPCRA Compliance (Tier II, Form R, etc.)
Environmental reporting

Safety Regulatory Compliance:



Safety compliance audits
OSHA compliance including, but not limited to, Emergency Action Plans, Confined Space, Forklift Training, Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, PPE, Fire Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, etc.
NFPA, ANSI, or other agency standards
Injury reporting and investigations

Emergency Spill Response:



Work as part of the REI emergency spill response team. Respond to spills and conduct remediation follow up and reporting.

Welcome Additional Areas of Expertise:



DOT Hazmat and Compliance
Food Safety and Quality
ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.
Other unique skillsets which match client needs

Other Requirements:



Evaluate, analyze and interpret technical data relative to project-specific goals, create and interpret accurate data display graphs and figures, and identify data gaps and data needs
Write reports and letters, develop plans, and implement steps to move projects forward in the most cost-effective manner
Work effectively with staff to ensure all resources are in place for proper project execution
Effectively communicate with clients, vendors, and regulatory agents regarding schedules and compliance issues
Utilize databases to query site information and data, as well as, to create tables and reports
Maintain company equipment used as part of daily work

Ideal candidates will have the following minimum qualifications:



Graduate of accredited institution of higher education in areas such as Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Public Health, Safety, Risk Management or other related fields
Ability to effectively communicate with peers, clients and regulators
Effective written communication and computer skills
Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and aptitude to learn and excel in their career

Ideal additional qualifications:



Certifications: CSP, P.E., CHMM, CIH, other related certifications
Master of Science or other graduate degree in related field
40-Hr Hazardous Waste Site Worker (HAZWOPER)
OSHA 10 and/or 30 Hour
MSHA Training
OSHA Competent Person/Qualified Person training
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Experience conducting training and/or presentations

In return for your commitment, REI offers comprehensive benefits, including health/life/dental/LTD/vision insurance, company matching 401K, paid time off, competitive wage, discretionary bonus program, and a rewarding work environment. Let us support you to reach your greatest career goals through continued professional development, a positive work-life balance, and impactful projects. Learn more about us at REIengineering.com.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: Dependent on experience, education, or relevant certification(s)/licensure(s)