Industrial Hygienist​/Hazardous Building Materials Specialist

Sevee & Maher Engineers, Inc. (SME) is an accomplished team of 130+ experienced and talented professionals providing multidisciplinary engineering consulting services to clients nationwide. From permitting solar farms to cleaning up environmental hazards, managing society’s waste, and developing sustainable solutions, SME employees share a common goal of assisting clients in the protection of human and environmental health.

At the heart of SME is our friendly and down-to-earth culture. SME is large enough to offer a full range of services but small enough that everyone on our team makes a difference. There is room to choose your own path and pursue your passions, and each person is recognized for their contribution to our collective success. SME supports and encourages professional development and active participation with professional associations.

SME has a new full-time position for an experienced Industrial Hygienist / Hazardous Building Materials Specialist at our office in Cumberland, Maine
. This role involves a wide range of industrial hygiene and hazardous building materials inspection services for commercial, industrial, governmental, and residential clients. The Industrial Hygienist, Hazardous Building Material Specialist will serve as a key technical contributor and project manager, working closely with clients, contractors, and internal staff. This position also includes mentoring and supporting less experienced team members. Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential to success in this role.

• Conduct indoor air quality testing and environmental sampling
• Monitor and assess employee exposures to noise and other occupational health hazards
• Perform hazardous building materials inspections and sampling
• Prepare abatement design specifications and technical reports
• Provide oversight of hazardous material abatement activities
• Manage projects including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination
• Support site planning, permitting, bid review, and construction services
• Prepare investigation reports and regulatory documentation
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
• Maintain strong organizational practices to manage environmental samples and observations
• Serve as a collaborative team member, delivering practical and cost-effective solutions for clients

• B.S. in a physical science preferred (Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or related field)
• Understanding of environmental regulations and the ability to interpret regulatory requirements
• Understanding of building construction, sealing, and ventilation
• Understanding of OSHA regulations, health and safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE), and employee exposures to workplace hazards
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work directly with clients and contractors, respond to requests, and provide consistent support
• Ability to perform field work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including:
• Climbing ladders and working in elevated areas
• Accessing confined spaces
• Wearing PPE, including full-body coverings and tight-fitting, air-purifying, negative pressure respirators
• Working nights or weekends when needed
• Ability to pass a physical as required for work involving potentially hazardous materials
• ACAC: CIE, CMC, or CMI preferred
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals: CSP preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, technical report writing, and data interpretation
• Limited day & overnight travel with occasional overnight stays may be required at times
• 100% company-paid medical, life, and long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Annual contributions to the enrolled employee’s Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid vacation and sick time, plus 9 paid holidays per year
• Performance-based year-end bonuses
• Retirement plan comprising three components:
• 401(k) plan with generous matching contribution
• Profit sharing
• Non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution

Sevee & Maher Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.