ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Lead Field Operations Engineer based in Santa Clarita, CA who will be responsible for leading the field engineering and operation of our innovative and state of the art water treatment technology at a customer site. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing, top notch, cutting-edge team that's looking to make a positive impact on the world.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3000 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $90,000-$120,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As a key member of the field team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Leading:

the field engineering that supports the oversights, operation and management of ECT2's design and systems.
a dynamic team of operators and field technicians traveling to the site to support the field engineering and operations efforts.
the preparation of the onsite team weekly and daily for the tasks that need to be executed to stay on track with the project schedule.
the commissioning and start-up of all new systems, focused on the technical and project specifications.
the inspection of equipment delivered to the site, and document issues carefully and thoroughly. Follow up with suppliers to remedy issues related to procured equipment.
the scheduling and coordination with the customer and other onsite contractors to manage normal operations.
Daily reports to the client and ECT2 Project team for site status and progress.
Accurate and timely reporting for onsite conditions and tasks are completed; process and site condition changes, treatment completed, treatment schedule forecasting.
Onsite Safety compliance and adherence for the ECT2 team and associated sub-contractors supporting the ECT2 site. Development of additional safety literature as applicable, Job Hazard Analysis, Management of Change reviews, Health and Safety plan amendments.

Organizing & supporting:

Development and management of on-site staffing schedules.
Review and development of drawing packages, documents, and equipment included in the project.
Supply copies of inspection, test, and system operations reports.
Provide pertinent updates on ECT2 progress during project meetings.
Detailed operational planning to support site 24/7 operations.

Developing:

Additional technologies and strategies on site to improve system operation.
Relationships with stakeholders onsite, including vendors, client operations staff, and the ECT2 team.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or equivalent industry experience/certifications considered
6+ years of commissioning and start-up experience of large capital projects in the environmental, construction, oil & gas, chemical, or power industries preferred
Familiarity with industrial piping systems, water treatment equipment, or distillation equipment is preferred
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases, Microsoft Office software, Google apps, etc.
Excellent time management, organizational, and technical communication skills.
Demonstrated experience taking responsibility for high level tasks and driving all sub tasks to rapid conclusion with autonomy.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
Initial job placement at a facility in Santa Clarita, CA. Estimated travel of 50-80% after the Santa Clarita project is complete.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee may be required to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers, and is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
When in the field, this role may require:
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight or confined spaces.
Working in low or high temperatures, depending on work site location
Performing light to medium work, including moving objects between 20-50 pounds

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [redacted] or [redacted] for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

Montrose will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Montrose is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

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