Sr. Principal Engineer EHS

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

We have an opportunity to join the Corporate Sustainability Organization - Environmental Remediation Team as a Sr. Principal EHS Engineer at our Bethpage, New York location.

This position reports to the Manager EHS Engineering 3. The incumbent will serve as a member of the environmental remediation team with direct responsibility for the success of onsite remediation projects.

The successful candidate must have a solid understanding of federal and state environmental laws and regulations, project management methodologies, chemical/mechanical processes, agency and community interaction, and cost and project controls. 

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Direct and guide technical implementation of remedial activities to ensure project success

• Review/approve/monitor project-specific scope, schedule, and budget

• Participate in quarterly financial and performance reviews

• Compile project status and financial data for management reviews

• Prepare Purchase Orders / Obtain Statements of Work from contractors

• Oversee contractor bidding, selection and contract award process

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental health and safety requirements (e.g., RCRA, OSHA)

• Oversee purchase requisition and invoice approval processes

• Perform routine program troubleshooting functions

• Implement sustainable remediation practices where applicable 

• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on project status and milestones

• Oversee execution of project strategies, forecasts, budgets, plans, and goals

• Review project status and technical and cost performance

• Assess project issues and develop solutions

Basic Qualifications:

• 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

• 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 environmental science and geology)

• 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

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) accreditation is preferred

• Preferred familiarity with New York State Environmental Regulations

• Preferred experience working with NYSDEC (New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) and NYSDOH (New York State Department of Health)

• Preferred experience working with US EPA Region 2

Salary Range: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.