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Barr Engineering Co. · 4 months ago

Chemical Engineer/Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Entry Level – Permitting and Compliance Focus (Hybrid)

Duluth, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking a motivated and skilled environmental consultant to join their permitting and compliance team. The role involves assisting clients with environmental regulations and compliance strategies while providing support for various industries. The successful candidate will apply their technical expertise to help clients maintain compliance with environmental regulations related to air, water, and waste.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Interpret environmental regulations related to air, water, and waste

Calculate emissions and develop compliance strategies

Prepare regulatory and technical analysis memos

Prepare routine compliance submittals and develop compliance tools

Compile and submit environmental permit applications

Strategize to avoid or minimize impacts to resources

Provide on-site client support as needed (may require out-of-town travel)

Qualification

Environmental regulations knowledgeCompliance strategies developmentTechnical analysis skillsData analysis proficiencyProject management skillsComputer skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Education: bachelor's degree in chemical or environmental engineering or a related scientific degree

Experience: internship or post-college professional experience in industry, an environmental agency, or environmental consulting

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project teams, regulators, and clients

Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

Demonstrated leadership skills

Strong computer skills, including the use of spreadsheets and AI-related tools

Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs

Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Preferred

High level of proficiency working in data systems and analyzing large sets of data

Experience working with regulations and environmental permitting

Project or task management skills

Demonstrated effectiveness in building working relationships across multi-dimensional teams

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities