Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC (KEG) is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our growing and successful Environmental Team. Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience working in environmental science and planning, specifically in traffic noise analysis. Work from home options are available, but the candidate must be physically located in Missouri, Illinois or Indiana.
Requirements
· Bachelor of Science, preferably in Environmental Science, Botany/Plant Ecology, Zoology, Biology, Soil Science, or other allied natural/physical environmental resources disciplines
· Advanced degree (Masters of Science) is desirable, but not mandatory
· Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred
· Completed FHWA TNM 2.5 training
· Experience leading multiple traffic noise studies, including monitoring, TNM analysis, and reports.
· Experience in preparing NEPA documents and the ability to translate those skills to prepare state-level environmental compliance documents (modeled after NEPA) - primarily for transportation sector projects (desirable, but not mandatory)
· Experience working on projects with the Indiana or Illinois Departments of Transportation is preferred
· Working knowledge of GIS software, such as ESRI ArcGIS
· Desire and ability to work outside
· Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
· The ability to physically climb into and out of ditches, bridge embankments, roadway slopes, and other obstacles for field investigations
· Ability to travel (day and overnight trips) to complete field investigations will be required - travel amounts will vary depending on workload.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work closely with the Environmental Team Leader and Senior Environmental Science staff to lead and/or assist with the following activities:
· Leading traffic noise studies including field traffic noise monitoring, noise monitoring plans, TNM modeling, traffic data collection and analysis, barrier analysis and traffic noise study reports.
· Assisting with environmental field investigations, including but not limited to wetland and stream surveys, wetland delineations, on-site stormwater and waterway permit monitoring, tree surveys, threatened & endangered species habitat identification, stream and water quality investigations, preliminary special waste and hazardous materials data collection, historic property photo logs, and other field work, as necessary.
· Preparing other technical environmental documents for both natural and man-made environment studies, including special and hazardous materials reports and other environmental studies.
· Preparing environmental documents for Categorical Exclusions (CEs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), and/or Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Section 4(f) Statements, Section 7 biological assessments, and other necessary materials and reports.
· Performing environmental impact analyses, including but not limited to stream and wetland impact analyses, botanical and forest impact analyses, threatened & endangered species impact analyses, floodplain and water quality impact analyses, and other natural resources analyses.
· Performing man-made and cultural environmental analyses, including but not limited to socioeconomic and land use analyses, cumulative impact analyses, special and hazardous materials environmental site assessments, and other man-made resources analyses.
Salary Range
· $75,000 – $90,000
· Dependent on level of experience and cost of living adjustments for where candidates reside
Benefits & Flexibility
· Flex time throughout the week. We are not an “8 to 5” company. Our work can be completed from our offices or (through the use of advanced technology) from the comfort of your own home. Our employees enjoy the ease and many benefits of our flexible work arrangements.
· Competitive salary and compensation structure
· Employer-matching retirement contribution
· Employer-paid health insurance
· Employer-paid life insurance
· Dental insurance
· Paid holidays and generous vacation package
· Additional bank hours program for accrued overtime
· Friendly, inclusive, supportive environment for both personal and professional growth
· Pet-friendly office environment
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At KEG, we do not just accept difference - we embrace it, we champion it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our team, our clients, and the service we provide. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to building a team that proudly represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets.
About Us
KEG is a majority woman-owned and managed engineering and contracting firm that was founded in 2006. From the beginning, we have recruited highly skilled employees from a variety of public and private sector backgrounds. This has allowed us to quickly amass an impressive portfolio of federal, state, county, and private project experience. Our main office is located in downtown Belleville, Illinois, with branch offices in Geneva, Peoria, Champaign, Macomb, and Glen Carbon, Illinois, as well as Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Evansville, Indiana, and St. Paul, Minnesota. The diversity of our in-house services affords us the ability to understand more than just how to complete a project. It allows us to view projects with a holistic approach – considering all phases of projects, as well as environmental, client, and stakeholder needs.
KEG’s purpose is to make the world a better place through the practice of engineering. Through partnerships with our clients and regulatory agencies, we plan, design, and build projects that enhance communities, spur economic development, and respect the environment. We practice gratitude for our blessings by giving back to our communities through service projects and active participation in community organizations. It is this diversity and commitment to public service that separates us from most other engineering firms.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Belleville, IL 62220
