Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Scientist/Engineer 1

Description

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions.
Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

This EHS Associate Scientist 1 role supports Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives as a hands-on technical contributor, working either as part of a consulting team or embedded with client staff. You’ll help design and implement EHS programs, conduct assessments, and provide regulatory guidance, while also beginning to support business development and client relationship management. The position involves solving routine EHS challenges, preparing reports, coordinating logistics, and may include mentoring junior staff—all with a strong focus on delivering high-quality service and building client trust.

Location: California 

Expected Outcomes:

• Conduct facility inspections, sampling, and assessments to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, procedures, and documentation.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide regulatory guidance, technical support, and onsite safety services.
• Deliver EHS training and support ergonomic evaluations.
• Independently plan and prioritize work; coordinate with teams and manage logistics.
• Analyze data to support decision-making and regulatory interpretation.
• Prepare accurate reports and proposals aligned with quality standards.
• Communicate professionally with clients, regulators, and internal teams.
• Support business development through client engagement and proposal contributions.
• May supervise or assist junior staff.
• Adhere to company policies and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• May require travel, use of PPE, and work in physically demanding or hazardous environments.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering or equivalent experience.
• 1–5 years of relevant EHS experience; advanced degrees may substitute.
• Should hold or be actively working toward: ASP, CHMM, CBCA, EIT.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, environmental issues, and permitting.
• Familiarity with health & safety programs, industrial hygiene (IH), ergonomics, and emergency response.
• Experience with regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA) and ISO standards.
• Skilled in environmental sampling, data analysis, and technical reporting.
• Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant tools.

We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off including personal, holiday, and parental leave.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

The base salary range for this position for candidates located within 50 miles of Concord, California is $70,000–$84,524. Entry-level candidates, including recent graduates with relevant internship experience, can generally expect compensation near the lower end of the range, with the final offer based on experience, qualifications, and market conditions, in accordance with California law

Salary Range: $45,374 - $59,489 - $73,499