Research Engineer Scientist Assoc I

About the Role

The Research Engineering Scientist Associate I supports a variety of research, technical, and regulatory activities. This role contributes to engineering, environmental, and community-focused projects by evaluating technical information, applying relevant standards and regulations, and ensuring accuracy and compliance in project documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities, investigations, and technical inspections, including data collection, surveys, fieldwork, and follow-up investigations.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret technical, engineering, or environmental data.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, documentation, and calculations for research projects, investigations, proposals, regulatory reviews, publications, and database entry.
• Develop or assist with proposals, project plans, and technical materials for federal, state, or institutional programs.
• Provide technical assistance and communicate with stakeholders, including agency staff, collaborators, engineers, faculty, students, and the general public.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in documentation and data systems, including reviewing files, completing checklists, entering data into state databases, and making corrections.
• Support team operations through mentoring, collaboration, administrative tasks, training, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, natural resources, data analysis, public utilities, business administration, or a related technical/scientific field.
• At least six months of relevant experience in engineering, research, environmental quality, data analysis, or related technical work; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and common office systems.
• Ability to learn and use databases and specialized software as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow established procedures, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency in developing technical reports, proposals, or research publications.
• Experience with federal or state program submissions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex concepts, edit technical documents, and mentor students or new staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in engineering, environmental quality management, public utilities, research, data analysis, or related fields.
• Experience with field investigations, environmental regulations, or compliance review activities (e.g., TCEQ, EPA, TAC 30 Chapter 334).

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00 am through 5:00 pm.
• Hybrid eligible.
• Infrequent travel (annually, ~10%) for job skills training or meetings/conferences.
• Grant funded, expected to continue until 8/31/2027.

Benefits

• Position is benefit eligible.