Entry Level Engineers/Scientists/Chemists/Technicians

About the Role

ERG is seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated entry-level engineers, scientists, chemists, and technicians to provide technical support for research projects for the U.S. EPA’s Office of Research and Development. This is an opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience and develop their careers in a vibrant and flexible environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing new processes or experiments under the guidance of senior staff.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, data analysis, and project documentation.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, calibrate, and repair laboratory and field equipment.
• Execute technical projects under the direction of senior staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative engineering or scientific solutions.
• Follow all safety protocols and requirements in laboratory and field settings, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Contribute to ongoing projects by collecting data, performing tests, and compiling results.
• Assist in preparing project plans, schedules, and materials needed for project execution.
• Present technical findings, project progress, and results under the guidance of senior staff.
• Provide input to senior staff in preparing work plans, quality assurance project plans (QAPPs), health and safety plans, and reports.
• Gain hands-on exposure to project management, design processes, and technical problem-solving.

Research Activities May Include

• Decontamination and consequence management research.
• Development and validation of measurement methods.
• Source emission characterization and data collection.
• Studies in atmospheric sciences, physical, chemical, biological, toxicological, and human and ecological exposure.
• Development, evaluation, and application of air quality simulation modeling in the Fluid Modeling Facility/Meteorological Wind Tunnel.
• Other related research initiatives.

Work Environments

• Specialized laboratories.
• Machine shops, including fabrication machine shops.
• Metrology laboratories.
• Other analytical and microbiological laboratories.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong technical foundation.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Capability to work effectively across teams.
• Ability to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel as needed for field projects.
• Ability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screenings.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, or equivalent experience hauling trailers over long distances.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude and interest in science, technical work, mechanical equipment, chemistry, and air quality.
• Hands-on experience in a laboratory, technical setting, or engineering project (academic or professional).
• Experience in mechanical work, laboratory research, or field science preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA source test methods/procedures, air quality or emissions monitoring equipment, and related techniques preferred.