Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ERG seeks a senior engineer/scientist and project manager to join a rapidly growing practice area and national team of dedicated water professionals. This position requires expertise in U.S. drinking water regulations, program implementation, infrastructure funding and finance, and engineering and environmental science. ERG values cross-disciplinary experience, and successful applicants will have opportunities to work with other teams and experts across the company. Successful candidates must be committed to working with a diverse and inclusive team. The location is flexible.
Job Description:
- The ideal candidate possesses exceptional management, organizational, and communication skills; is comfortable leading a multidisciplinary team of analysts, engineers, scientists, and outreach and communications specialists; and has a strong background in environmental planning, environmental policy, and water resources
Qualifications and Skills:
- At least 15 years of experience supporting drinking water program implementation at the state or federal level
- Knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
- Understanding of and experience with federal programs for funding water infrastructure
- Knowledge of water system design, operation, and maintenance
- Proficiency in developing guidance documents, training materials, and SOPs related to drinking water regulations
- Other relevant scientific and engineering experience across the drinking water, wastewater, and/or stormwater sectors
- Demonstrated ability to maintain long-term client relationships and engage prospective new clients
- MS or Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Ideal Candidates will have:
- A Professional Engineer license
- Complementary Clean Water Act (CWA) or other water quality experience and understanding of CWA regulations and programs
- National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) experience
$95,000 - $130,000 a year
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-16 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.
Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is
https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.
If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at
Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293.
As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
