SENIOR CHEMIST

Senior Chemist

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Chemist to join our team providing technical support on United States Air Force and other related environmental remediation projects. This is a remote position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Review contractor-generated technical documents which will require a cursory review of environmental laboratory data packages and data validation reports; documents are from various Air Force Bases nationwide and may include UFP-QAPPs, Site Closure Plans, Groundwater Monitoring Reports, Remedial Action Plans, Corrective Action Reports, RCRA Facility Investigations Reports, Assessment/Site Inspection Reports, Long-term Monitoring Reports, Work Plans, Landfill Reports, and Remedial Investigation Reports
• Review documents for technical adequacy and submit detailed chemistry-related technical comments to the Lead Reviewer on the team
• Validate data for government and private clients and write corresponding reports using industry standard levels of validation stages as needed
• Solicit input and make contributions to writing and updating QAPPs

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required
• Knowledge
  • Proficiency in performing Level 4 data validation, including for PFAS, is required
  • Ability to follow DoD Data Validation Modules, DoD Quality System Manuals (QSMs), and EPA National Functional Guidelines for Organic and Inorganic Data Review guidelines in the production of work products
  • Understanding of laboratory quality control used for environmental analyses across a broad spectrum of instrumentation and media
  • Familiarity with and understanding of analytical methods including, but not limited to, methods EPA 1633 (and PFAS by QSM Table B-24); EPA SW-846 Methods: 6010, 6020, 7470, 7471, 8260, 8270, 8015, 8081, 8082, 8280, 9056, 9060; and RSK-175 and Standard Methods
  • Knowledge of electronic data deliverables with database experience (i.e., use of EQuiS or FUDSChem platforms)

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and portable document format (PDF)
• Self-Starter and Team Player: Highly motivated, with the ability to perform at a high level of quality with minimal supervision; ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team of individuals to meet the needs of our clients

Experience & Education

• Experience:
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience as an Environmental Professional, including demonstrated chemistry skills needed for environmental remediation work with knowledgeability of Air Force Environmental Restoration Program and Remediation activities
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience conducting multiple levels of data validation, up to and including detailed reviews of full laboratory data packages (equivalent to Stage 4 reviews of Level 4 data packages)
• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Environmental Chemistry from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university is required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk/climb/kneel/crouch and remain in a stationary position/sit at least 60% of the time
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays

• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Financial wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.