Environmental Scientist Assistant

One Tech is hiring an Environmental Scientist Assistant in Atlanta, GA. The role involves conducting environmental studies, preparing permits, and analyzing data for projects like solar facilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in environmental science and relevant experience. Local candidates are preferred, and the position is not remote. Responsibilities include field surveys, report preparation, and compliance audits, requiring strong analytical skills and knowledge of GIS.
Job Description One Tech Engineering is searching for an Environmental Scientist Assistant for a position located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Environmental Scientist Assistant will assist in conducting environmental and siting studies, preparing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission lines and solar facilities. The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related, and prior internship or field experience. Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Environmental Scientist Assistant Responsibilities: Assist in conducting field surveys, assessments and collecting project-related data for analysis in environmental impact projects. Assist in preparation of technical reports, environmental impact statements and environmental field studies. Provide assistance in utilizing GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.

Assist with performing environmental site investigations, support erosion control efforts and subsurface soil sampling. Assist in conducting environmental compliance audits. Assist in preparing a wide variety of permitting applications such as air, land use and cultural resources permitting.

Support site selection studies and preparation of related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation. Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Complies with all policies and standards. Requirements of the Environmental Scientist Assistant: Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program. Prior internship or natural science field experience is preferred.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information. Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.

Basic knowledge of the environmental permitting process. Basic knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment. Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy. A valid driver's license is required.