Environmental Scientist II, Site Environmental Compliance

Los Alamos Technical Associates Inc.

Environmental Scientist II role for the compliance section of the DOE contract at WIPP facility. Collaborating on environmental reporting and regulatory compliance in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeCarlsbad • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $57,797 - $103,996 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with a group of professionals performing activities of environmental compliance for the WIPP facility in the areas listed above, including all reports and regulatory requirements for each area.
Interface with DOE-CBFO personnel during operational activities and submission of reports.
Interface with regulatory agencies such as NMED and EPA personnel during inspections, new permit acquisition, and established permit requirements and modifications.
Interface with other departments to ensure that aspects of environmental compliance is considered during project development and implementation.
Sample waste containers for hazardous waste constituents and manage waste according to RCRA requirements.
Sample waste containers for low-level radioactive waste characterization and manage waste according to DOE requirements.
Generate and provide the following deliverables in collaboration with the Site Environmental Compliance group and Environmental Compliance Manager: Biennial Hazardous Waste Report, Annual Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Report, Annual Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Tier II Report, Hazardous Waste Generator Fee Report, DOE Baseline Low-Level Waste and Material Disposition Data Report, Annual Toxic Release Inventory, Annual Hazardous Waste Generator Report, Annual Baseline Low-Level Waste Disposition Report.
The role requires regular performance of duties in the underground environment at the WIPP site.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Engineering, or other technical area.
1 to 3 years of experience in environmental compliance.
Broad knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.
Knowledge of sampling for hazardous constituents and RCRA requirements.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other individuals and project groups is highly encouraged.
Attention to detail. Initiative is required.
Ability to use Microsoft Office to prepare Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and reports.
Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with various site-wide departments and organizations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Defense/Intelligence Los Alamos Technical Associates Inc. is a leading provider of nuclear environmental engineering and specialized technical services. The company excels in nuclear facility operations, environmental restoration, and waste management, offering full life cycle support from initial characterization to long-term site management. In addition, LATA provides advanced project management and engineering services tailored for government clients, particularly in the defense and intelligence sectors, with expertise in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure support. Environmental Scientist II, Site Environmental Compliance 🔥 25 minutes ago 🏢 Carlsbad – Onsite 💵 $57.8k - $104k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🚔 Compliance Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Work with a group of professionals performing activities of environmental compliance for the WIPP facility in the areas listed above, including all reports and regulatory requirements for each area.
Interface with DOE-CBFO personnel during operational activities and submission of reports.
Interface with regulatory agencies such as NMED and EPA personnel during inspections, new permit acquisition, and established permit requirements and modifications.
Interface with other departments to ensure that aspects of environmental compliance is considered during project development and implementation.
Sample waste containers for hazardous waste constituents and manage waste according to RCRA requirements.
Sample waste containers for low-level radioactive waste characterization and manage waste according to DOE requirements.
Generate and provide the following deliverables in collaboration with the Site Environmental Compliance group and Environmental Compliance Manager: Biennial Hazardous Waste Report, Annual Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Report, Annual Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Tier II Report, Hazardous Waste Generator Fee Report, DOE Baseline Low-Level Waste and Material Disposition Data Report, Annual Toxic Release Inventory, Annual Hazardous Waste Generator Report, Annual Baseline Low-Level Waste Disposition Report.
The role requires regular performance of duties in the underground environment at the WIPP site. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Engineering, or other technical area.
1 to 3 years of experience in environmental compliance.
Broad knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.
Knowledge of sampling for hazardous constituents and RCRA requirements.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other individuals and project groups is highly encouraged.
Attention to detail. Initiative is required.
Ability to use Microsoft Office to prepare Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and reports.
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Hard Skills & Tools

environmental compliancehazardous waste samplingRCRA requirementslow-level radioactive waste characterizationreport generationenvironmental laws and regulationsdata reportingwaste management

Soft Skills

effective communicationindependent workcollaborationattention to detailinitiative