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Coastal Geologist

Epsilon Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time geologist with a specialty in coastal geology or related expertise to work as part of the Epsilon team on environmental permitting and consulting projects. 

The ideal candidate will have:

•  B.S./B.A.  in Geology
•  M.S./M.A. in Coastal/Marine Geology (or 2-3 years in
   environmental consulting or similar work)
•  Scientific understanding of a variety of marine ecosystems and
   common techniques used for marine sampling
•  Knowledge of basic statistics and data analysis
•  Understanding of federal, state and local statutes and
   environmental regulations (desirable)
•  Superior writing and oral communication skills
•  Proven ability to work productively as part of a multidisciplinary
   project team
•  Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), working
   knowledge of GIS and GPS

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

•  Marine geology/sedimentology literature research and analysis
•  Geological sampling and analysis of coastal environments including
   marine coring, terrestrial coring, GPS delineation of coastal wetlands
•  Assisting with the preparation of reports on coastal and marine
   environments, impact assessment and mitigation
•  Assisting with the preparation of permit applications for US Army
   Corps of Engineers permits, state 401 Water Quality Certifications,
   wetlands filings, and other applications
•  Assisting with presentations to team members, clients, and
   regulatory personnel

Our technical specialities and areas of expertise are as varied as our project locations.  While most of Epsilon’s work is concentrated in New England, our consulting services have taken us to 28 states and 5 countries.  As an Epsilon employee you will have the opportunity to learn from your colleagues, many of whom are considered leading experts in their fields.

Epsilon offers a collegial environment and opportunities to participate in a range of challenging projects for professional growth and advancement.  Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, a performance bonus program, 401k with generous company match, profit sharing, and full health, long-term disability insurance and life insurance packages.   Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please send a resume with recent salary history to Karen Roth, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754; fax to (978) 897-0099; or e-mail to kroth@epsilonassociates.com.

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Coastal Biologist

Epsilon Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time coastal scientist with a specialty in marine biology, fisheries or related coastal expertise to work as part of the Epsilon team on environmental permitting and consulting projects.  This position requires a valid driver’s license and occasional overnight travel.


The ideal candidate will have:

•  B.S.  in Biology
•  M.S. in Coastal/Marine/Fisheries Science (or 3 years in environmental
   consulting or similar professional work)
•  Understanding of federal, state and local environmental statutes and
   regulations (desirable)
•  Superior writing and oral communication skills
•  Proven ability to work productively as part of a project team
•  Strong computer skills and working knowledge of GIS and GPS

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

•  Marine biology and fisheries literature research and analysis
•  Biological sampling and analysis of coastal environments including
   coastal wetlands and fisheries
•  Assisting with the preparation of reports on coastal and marine
   environments, impact assessment and mitigation, Essential Fish
   Habitat assessments
•  Assisting with the preparation of permit applications for US Army
   Corps of Engineers permits, state 401 Water Quality Certifications,
   wetlands filings and other applications
•  Assisting with presentations to team members, clients and
   regulatory personnel

Our technical specialities and areas of expertise are as varied as our project locations.  While most of Epsilon’s work is concentrated in New England, our consulting services have taken us to 28 states and 5 countries.  As an Epsilon employee you will have the opportunity to learn from your colleagues, many of whom are considered leading experts in their fields.

Epsilon offers a collegial environment and opportunities to participate in a range of challenging projects for professional growth and advancement.  Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, a performance bonus program, 401k with generous company match, profit sharing, and full health, long-term disability insurance and life insurance packages.   Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please send a resume with recent salary history to Karen Roth, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754; fax to (978) 897-0099; or e-mail to kroth@epsilonassociates.com.

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GIS Specialists - Entry Level and Experienced

Epsilon Associates, a mid-size engineering and environmental consulting firm located in Maynard, Massachusetts, is seeking versatile Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialists to work as part of our well-respected consulting team.  A successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining a variety of GIS datasets in addition to creating high-quality maps and other graphics to support Epsilon’s real estate, energy, industrial, and public sector projects.  Primary responsibilities for this full-time position include spatial analysis, cartography, AutoCAD/GIS integration, and general graphics work to support report submissions and project presentations.  In addition, a successful candidate will also provide general permitting and planning assistance for the firm’s environmental projects, including field data collection and report writing.  This position requires the candidate to be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently to meet team deadlines.

Your qualifications and responsibilities:

The successful entry level candidate should have an undergraduate degree (B.A./B.S.) in Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Analysis, or other relevant major, and/or 1-3 years of professional experience in a related industry.  The successful experienced level candidate should have a graduate degree (M.A./M.S.) in Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Analysis, or other relevant major, and/or 4-6 years of professional experience in a related industry.  All individuals should have excellent written and oral communication skills and a proven ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.  The fast-paced nature of the position requires an eagerness to learn new applications and skills as well as the capacity to troubleshoot system issues.

These positions require a working knowledge of geographic concepts, file structures (e.g., shapefile, geodatabase), coordinate systems, metadata creation, and database development standards.   Expertise in ArcGIS software is required.  Previous AutoCAD experience in plan preparation, editing, and GIS integration is highly desirable.  Field experience and understanding of GPS technology is helpful.  Familiarity with graphics software including PowerPoint and Adobe products is also highly desirable.

Why you should work for Epsilon:

Epsilon offers a collegial environment, regular opportunities for professional growth, an attractive work environment, competitive base salary, 401(k) plan with a generous company match, profit sharing, an annual performance bonus program, and full benefits package.  For additional information about the company, please visit www.epsilonassociates.com.

To apply:

Please send your letter of interest and resume to Karen Roth, Office and Personnel Manager, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754 or e-mail to kroth@epsilonassociates.com.  Epsilon Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Air Quality Engineers or Scientists

Epsilon Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time Entry level to Project level air quality engineer or scientist to work in Epsilon's Air Quality Engineering group. The successful candidate will be responsible for air emissions calculations, air permit applications, recordkeeping and reporting support related to all State and Federal air permits and regulatory programs. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a basic understanding of Federal and State regulations and policies in these areas, and will gain experience compiling Emission Statements, Title V compliance reports, air permit applications in multiple states throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. The candidate will also prepare other environmental compliance filings such as industrial wastewater applications, Tier II reporting, SARA/TURA reports, etc. The position may include some nighttime ambient noise monitoring work as well. This position requires occasional overnight travel.

Epsilon Associates is also seeking a full-time Senior level air quality engineer in Epsilon's Air Quality Engineering group. The successful candidate will have 10-15 years experience in all aspects of pre-construction permitting and compliance efforts for combustion sources, and a wide range of industrial sources, as well as multidisciplinary permitting and licensing skills for power plant development. The candidate will also have responsibility for other environmental issues such as industrial wastewater applications, SARA reports, TURA planning, multimedia environmental audits, environmental management systems, etc. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated an expert level of understanding of Federal and State regulations and policies. Excellent written and oral communications skills, ability to work with clients, regulators, attorneys and other engineers are required. Demonstrated project management and business development skills essential. This position requires occasional overnight travel.

The ideal candidates will have 1) a B.S. in Engineering, Chemistry or Environmental Sciences, 2) superior written and oral communication skills, and 3) proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary project team. An M.S. is preferred for Science candidates. Engineering candidates should be working towards professional registration (P.E. and Toxics Use Reduction Planner registrations preferred for Senior Engineer). Expected computer skills include MS Word and MS Excel.

Epsilon offers a collegial environment and the opportunity to participate in a range of challenging projects. Our team members enjoy regular opportunities for professional growth, an attractive work environment, a competitive base salary, 401k plan with a generous company match, profit sharing, an annual performance bonus program, health insurance and a full benefits package. A recipient of the 2002 Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Award for Business Excellence, Epsilon has also been recognized twice as one of the Boston Business Journal's Fifty Best Places to Work. For additional information on the firm please visit www.epsilonassociates.com.

Please send your letter of interest and resume to Karen Roth, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754 (or e-mail to: kroth@epsilonassociates.com). Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


 
Senior Ecological Scientist

Epsilon Associates, Inc., an employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm based in Maynard, Massachusetts, is seeking a full-time Senior Ecological Scientist with a specialty in environmental permitting, regulatory compliance strategy, ecological assessments, wetland resource area delineations, project management or related expertise to work as part of the Epsilon team on environmental permitting and consulting projects.

Education:
The position requires a BS and MS degree in Wetland Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Biology, or a closely related field.  Registration as a wetland scientist by the State of New Hampshire and certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist by the Society of Wetland Scientists is a plus.

Experience:
- 10 - 15 years in environmental consulting or similar professional work environment;
- understanding of federal, state and local environmental statutes and regulations;
- successful experience in business development and proposal efforts;
- superior writing and oral communication skills;
- proven ability to work productively as part of a multidisciplinary project team;
- project management skills where delegation to more junior wetlands and other environmental
  staff is important;
- strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), working knowledge of GIS and GPS.

Experience in Massachusetts or other New England states and project management and business development skills are a plus.

Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- management of mid-size and large projects including the preparation of MEPA submittals and
  permit applications under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Section 10/404 of the
  U.S. Clean Water Act, Water Quality Certifications, c. 91 Waterways Licensing, Coastal
  Zone Management Act, and other applications as may be necessary (e.g., FERC resource
  reports);
- presentations to team members, clients and regulatory agency personnel;
- business development and proposal efforts;
- over-sight of junior-level environmental staff;
- occasional wetland resource area delineations including a demonstrated proficiency in the
  development of resource area mitigation plans, hydric soil evaluations, plant identification,
  vegetation cover type mapping and wildlife habitat evaluations.

Epsilon offers a collegial environment and opportunities to participate in a range of challenging projects and for professional growth and advancement.  Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, a performance bonus program, 401k with generous company match, profit sharing and full health, long-term disability insurance and life insurance package.  A recipient of the 2002 Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Award for Business Excellence, Epsilon has also been recognized as one of the Boston Business Journal’s Fifty Best Places to Work. For additional information on the firm, please visit www.epsilonassociates.com.

Please send a resume with recent salary history to Karen Roth, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754; fax to (978) 897-0099; or e-mail to kroth@epsilonassociates.com. Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


 
Air Quality Scientist

Epsilon Associates, a highly regarded mid-size engineering and environmental consulting firm based in Maynard, MA, is seeking a staff level scientist to work as part of the Epsilon team on a wide range of environmental licensing, permitting and compliance projects.  The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting air quality modeling, preparing air quality and environmental impact assessments, report writing, meteorological monitoring, analysis and manipulation of meteorological data, and assistance in conducting community sound level measurement programs.  This position requires occasional field work as well as occasional overnight travel. The ideal candidate will have

1) 2-5 years of experience in a consulting environment;
2) B.S. in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Engineering Science, or Environmental Engineering.
3) Superior written and verbal communication skills; and
4) Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.

The successful applicant will also have strong organizational skills and good attention to detail.  Expected computer skills include working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel, as well as a working familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS.  Experience with U.S. EPA approved air quality dispersion models, meteorological measurements and instrumentation, and various computer languages, including Fortran is a plus.

Epsilon offers a collegial environment and the opportunity to participate in a wide range of challenging projects.  Our team members enjoy strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement, an attractive work environment, a competitive base salary, a 401k plan with a generous company match, profit sharing, an annual performance bonus, and a full benefits package.  A recipient of the 2002 Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Award for Business Excellence, Epsilon was also recognized as one of the Boston Business Journal’s Fifty Best Places to Work in 2003 and 2005.  For additional information on the firm, please visit www.epsilonassociates.com.

Please send your letter of interest and a resume to Karen Roth, Epsilon Associates, Inc., 3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 250, Maynard, Massachusetts 01754 (or e-mail to kroth@epsilonassociates.com).


 
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