Environmental Engineer/Scientist I Apply now » Date: Feb 11, 2025 Location: Birmingham, AL, US, 35203 Saint Louis, MO, US, 63101 Company: Spire Inc. Company Overview At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of our business. We’re dedicated to understanding our customers’ needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. That’s why we’re always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people. And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire culture to life: • We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance. • We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs. • We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger. • We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued. Summary Spire is seeking an Environmental Engineer or Scientist I. The title of the successful candidate will be determined based on if the candidate is eligible for a PE certification. This position will be responsible for performing field inspections, permitting, waste disposal and remediation to support Spire's pipeline work and ongoing operation of natural gas facilities. Duties and Responsibilities Duties may include the following, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. • Inspect Company facilities and projects for compliance of environmental and related regulations; provide recommendations for needed corrective or preventive actions with input from senior level employees. • Perform reviews of projects flagged by Construction Engineering for environmental issues. May require input from senior department employees. • Secure environmental permits and complete required regulatory submittals, especially disturbance/stormwater, hydrotest and floodplain permits. Oversee consultants performing permitting functions. • Manage and arrange routine disposal of regulated wastes generated by the Company. • Perform or oversee Phase I site investigations; assist with other remediation and risk mitigation projects. • Track and prepare air permitting, records and submittals with assistance from more senior department employees. • Maintain limited knowledge of applicable environmental regulations. Read and interpret applicable environmental regulations and apply lessons to inspections and compliance issues. • Respond to environmental field incidents and employee questions or requests. • Assist with regulated greenhouse gas data collection and reporting. • Manage environmental projects with oversight, or portions of environmental projects. This includes bid proposal preparation, scheduling, limited oversight and budget tracking. • Manage environmental concerns of Company employees, develop and conduct environmental training as necessary. Essential Characteristics and Competencies • Customer-focused, teamworking and communicative • Driven to take initiative and produce high-quality results • Troubleshoots and solves problems • Adapts to circumstances and needs • Driven to advance and continue learning • Strong ethics and integrity • Dedicated to a safe work environment • Excellent written and spoken communication skills • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order be productive with multiple concurrent tasks • Energized by a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives • Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people • Effective active listening skills and a positive and can-do attitude Supervisory Responsibilities + N/A Required Education (certifications, licenses) • Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar technical degree required Required knowledge, skill and abilities • Minimum 0-2 years’ professional experience required • Basic knowledge of environmental regulations preferred Physical demands, environment and schedule • Shared office environment and field (Ongoing exposure to the elements and rough off-road terrain may occur.) • Typically, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday • Overtime and/or travel will occasionally be required. Posting Requirements • We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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