Environmental Engineering

Environmental Engineering

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is a bi-state public agency operating some of the busiest and most important transportation links in the New York / New Jersey region including The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH), the primary transit link between Manhattan and New Jersey communities and suburban commuter railroads. The Port Authority is seeking to fill a position of Environmental Engineer in the Engineering Department’s Engineering/Architecture Design Division. As an Environmental Engineer you will report to a Principal or Senior Environmental Engineer. In this position you will be responsible for preparing estimates, specifications, notes and drawings in support of construction contracts. In addition, you will be developing site and remedial investigations for soil and groundwater and developing technical reports for submission to State regulatory agencies (e.g. underground tank closures, remedial action work plans), as well as assist in securing environmental permits and registrations. Responsibilities: · Evaluate project scopes and develop design criteria, as well as budget for design services and design schedules. · Provide technical support and assistance to facility and other Port Authority personnel for matters related to environmental engineering design and regulatory compliance. · Supervise junior level engineers and CAD operators. · Routinely serve as a Task Leader but may act as the Lead Engineer/Architect (LEA) on less complex projects. Requirements: · Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering. · Minimum of 5 years experience performing soil and ground water investigations in NY and NJ. · Direct experience in developing storm water pollution prevention plans and obtaining environmental permits related to wetlands, waterfront development and stream encroachment. · Experience dealing with regulatory agencies in NY & NJ. · Potential candidates will be requested to provide a copy of an investigation report or remedial action work plan prepared in accordance with State requirements and completed within the past year. Please submit a copy of the cover and table of contents of the aforementioned reports. Desirable · P.E. License in NY and NJ. · CAD · MS Access The Port Authority offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Interested applicants can apply directly online to this position by visiting www.JoinThePortAuthority.com. Follow the instructions to view Job Postings, type reference number 9809 in the keyword search box. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer