Waste/Shipping Engineer

Spectra Tech is seeking a Waste/Shipping Engineer for Niskayuna, NY. Job Description The Waste/Shipping Engineer of Regulated Materials will encompass the duties of validation of waste characterization of material generated during work taking place at the laboratory across the many waste generating organizations performing work.

This includes if it is regulated or non-regulated waste, and support/delivery of training for waste generators at the Laboratory. This position will also include conducting field surveillances and inspections of waste generating activities, as well as development, peer review of waste shipments to external disposal facilities.

In addition, regulatory documentation and report generation associated with regulatory (RCRA, DOT, asbestos) and non-regulatory (chemical, universal) waste and shipping activities will be a key function of this position . Participation and support of regulatory and internal inspections that occur multiple times throughout a calendar year is a must in this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Undergraduate science-related degree (Bachelor of Science) from an accredited college or university. Attention to Detail; Regulatory Interpretation; Past government interactions; RCRA knowledge; DOT regulatory knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities One to two years of experience associated with regulatory waste management, shipment, and/or disposal of waste.

29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response trained; DOT shipper qualification; radiological knowledge.