Associate Wetland Scientist - Energy Market

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Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Welcome to Olsson's Energy Environmental team, where innovation meets sustainability. Our team of scientists and biologists supports the continued growth of our Energy Market and helps our clients expand energy infrastructure to meet the country's growing demand. As an Associate Scientist, you will support renewable energy, transmission, and other infrastructure projects with a focus on wetlands and water permitting, as well as other field surveys, preparation of technical reports, and data processing. You will build skills in wetland delineation, vegetation identification, Section 404 permitting, Section 408 permissions, and regulatory coordination while working alongside experienced scientists and project managers who provide mentorship and guidance for your professional development. With the dynamic nature of this work, no two days are the same.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct aquatic resource delineations and other field surveys, including habitat assessments, stream assessments, vegetation identification, and soil and hydrology data collection, following USACE methods and regional supplements.
• Prepare and contribute to aquatic resource delineation reports, stream assessment reports, jurisdictional determination requests, and other technical documents.
• Support Clean Water Act permitting, including preparing Section 404 permit applications (Nationwide and Individual Permits) and Section 401 water quality certification materials.
• Support Section 408 permission requests for projects that alter or occupy federally authorized civil works, including researching project locations, preparing environmental compliance reviews, compilation of multidisciplinary submittal, and coordinating with USACE, local levee sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Support and, with experience, assist in coordinating or leading field efforts, including directing daily survey activities and ensuring data quality.
• Support the team with additional surveys and reporting as needed, including but not limited to species surveys, vegetation monitoring, and construction compliance monitoring.
• Mentor junior staff on delineating aquatic resources including delineation of feature boundaries, soil assessment, vegetation identification, and hydrology.
• Use GIS, mobile data collection platforms, and standardized field and reporting methodolo

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• Strong technical writing skills and experience preparing regulatory submittals.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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