Sr. Principal EHS Engineer - R10217135-9

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE:
None

TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% of the Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and for generations to come. Our culture emphasizes curiosity, diversity, and bringing your whole self to work as we invent the future.

We have an opportunity to join the Corporate Environmental Remediation Team as a Sr. Principal EHS Engineer
. This position reports to the Manager EHS Engineering. The incumbent will be a member of the environmental remediation team with direct responsibility for the success of the company’s remediation projects across various sites in the U.S., overseeing multiple investigations and remediation efforts in state, provincial, and federal programs and providing environmental expertise to minimize liabilities.

The successful candidate must have a solid understanding of federal and state environmental laws and regulations, project management for investigation, remediation and closure, agency and community interaction, and cost and project controls.

The qualified candidate is preferred to be located near one of the following locations:
Redondo Beach, CA;
Minneapolis, MN;
McLean, VA;
Huntsville, AL;
Irving, TX; or Falls Church, VA, but must be located near an existing Northrop Grumman facility within the continental United States.

• Provide consultation and strategic advice to management and internal stakeholders concerning complex environmental risk assessments and liability management within the portfolio.
• Direct and guide technical implementation of remedial activities, including site assessment, investigation/characterization, remediation (selection, design, and implementation), long-term operation, maintenance and monitoring, and closure to ensure project success.
• Develop project-specific scope, manage the selection process for contractors and consultants to align with project budgets and objectives, and oversee work execution.
• Oversee contracts, scope, budget, and schedule for assigned projects.
• Oversee purchase requisition and invoice approval processes.
• Provide input on quarterly financial and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory programs and environmental health and safety requirements (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA, OSHA, etc.).
• Negotiate with regulatory agencies and key stakeholders to achieve optimal resolutions to ensure compliance, minimize liabilities, and align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on project status and milestones.
• Review project status and technical and cost performance.
• Assess project issues and develop solutions.
• Implement sustainable remediation practices where applicable.

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of experience in the field of environmental remediation OR Master’s Degree and 6+ years of experience in the field of environmental remediation OR PhD and 4+ years of experience in the field of environmental remediation.
• Required experience includes at least a BS degree from an accredited institution with a focus in an engineering field (including environmental, chemical, civil, and mechanical) or relevant science field (including hydrology, geology, and environmental science).
• Proven environmental remediation savvy and application.
• Takes ownership and is accountable with an “owners” mindset.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively with local, state and federal regulatory staff and leadership.
• Acts with speed meeting internal/external customer requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, an exceptional self-starter attitude, and the ability to produce in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong business/financial acumen, keen organizational skills, and excellent problem-solving ability.

• Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation is preferred.
• Strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations at state,…