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Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Scientist, EH&S Environmental Field Team provides technical and regulatory oversight across environmental programs, including oil, water, waste, chemical management, and releases to navigable waterways and the environment. This role serves as a key liaison with regulatory agencies and partners with operating organizations and EH&S professionals to ensure compliance, mitigate environmental risk, and advance environmental excellence. In this role, you will evaluate evolving regulatory and legislative requirements, develop practical implementation strategies, coordinate training, and drive continuous improvement across assigned environmental programs.
- Provide technical and regulatory oversight for concerns, issues, questions, and activities associated with Con Edisons environmental procedures, general instructions and environmental specifications.
- Guide operating organizations and EH&S stakeholders in maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental requirements.
- Partner with regulatory subject matter experts to evaluate proposed changes to environmental laws and regulations governing oil, water, waste, and chemicals, and coordinate Company participation and advocacy strategies. Collaborate with EH&S Operations to develop and administer environmental compliance training.
- Assist operating departments in developing cost-effective and compliant strategies for managing environmental programs.
- Serve as a liaison between EH&S and operating organizations in interfacing with government agencies.
- Perform Quality Management reviews as required, including scoping, field work, report preparation, and dissemination to EH&S Operations Support and the Operating group(s).
- Lead company initiatives to mitigate environmental risk, working with operational organizations to develop and implement mitigation plans.
- Conduct root cause analysis and after-action reviews on significant environmental incidents.
- Collaborate with Emergency Preparedness on drills to enhance the operating group(s) readiness.
- Respond to environmental incidents, including petroleum and oil spills, steam main failures and chemical releases.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree and 2 years of related work experience or
- Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of related work experience or
- Associate's Degree and 5 years of related work experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of related work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology Environmental Management, Engineering or related fields and 3 years of related work experience including experience with Clean Water Act, OPA90, TSCA, RCRA, hazardous and solid waste or chemical management, Quality Management, or experience working with regulators
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology Environmental Management, Engineering or related fields and 5 years related work experience including experience with Clean Water Act, OPA90, TSCA, RCRA, hazardous and solid waste or chemical management, Quality Management, or experience working with regulators
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
- Professional experience in environmental health and safety, and/or quality management, required.
- Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position-specific EH&S training as applicable, required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven track record of managing regulatory interactions, presenting to stakeholders at all levels, and delivering high-quality management reports, required.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining quality and timeliness, required.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to champion change, influence others, and drive continuous improvement in work practices and processes, required.
- Ability to deliver exemplary customer service and develop a team spirited work environment in support of Con Edison's Corporate Values, required.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including Microsoft Office, EMIS, SHIMS, and Maximo, required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Driver's License Required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able and willing to respond to environmental events, outside of normal business hours.
- Must be able to periodically serve on an on-call roster.
- Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Scientist, EH&S Environmental Field Team provides technical and regulatory oversight across environmental programs, including oil, water, waste, chemical management, and releases to navigable waterways and the environment. This role serves as a key liaison with regulatory agencies and partners with operating organizations and EH&S professionals to ensure compliance, mitigate environmental risk, and advance environmental excellence. In this role, you will evaluate evolving regulatory and legislative requirements, develop practical implementation strategies, coordinate training, and drive continuous improvement across assigned environmental programs.
- Provide technical and regulatory oversight for concerns, issues, questions, and activities associated with Con Edisons environmental procedures, general instructions and environmental specifications.
- Guide operating organizations and EH&S stakeholders in maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental requirements.
- Partner with regulatory subject matter experts to evaluate proposed changes to environmental laws and regulations governing oil, water, waste, and chemicals, and coordinate Company participation and advocacy strategies. Collaborate with EH&S Operations to develop and administer environmental compliance training.
- Assist operating departments in developing cost-effective and compliant strategies for managing environmental programs.
- Serve as a liaison between EH&S and operating organizations in interfacing with government agencies.
- Perform Quality Management reviews as required, including scoping, field work, report preparation, and dissemination to EH&S Operations Support and the Operating group(s).
- Lead company initiatives to mitigate environmental risk, working with operational organizations to develop and implement mitigation plans.
- Conduct root cause analysis and after-action reviews on significant environmental incidents.
- Collaborate with Emergency Preparedness on drills to enhance the operating group(s) readiness.
- Respond to environmental incidents, including petroleum and oil spills, steam main failures and chemical releases.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree and 2 years of related work experience or
- Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of related work experience or
- Associate's Degree and 5 years of related work experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of related work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology Environmental Management, Engineering or related fields and 3 years of related work experience including experience with Clean Water Act, OPA90, TSCA, RCRA, hazardous and solid waste or chemical management, Quality Management, or experience working with regulators
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Biology Environmental Management, Engineering or related fields and 5 years related work experience including experience with Clean Water Act, OPA90, TSCA, RCRA, hazardous and solid waste or chemical management, Quality Management, or experience working with regulators
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
- Professional experience in environmental health and safety, and/or quality management, required.
- Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position-specific EH&S training as applicable, required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven track record of managing regulatory interactions, presenting to stakeholders at all levels, and delivering high-quality management reports, required.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining quality and timeliness, required.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to champion change, influence others, and drive continuous improvement in work practices and processes, required.
- Ability to deliver exemplary customer service and develop a team spirited work environment in support of Con Edison's Corporate Values, required.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including Microsoft Office, EMIS, SHIMS, and Maximo, required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Driver's License Required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able and willing to respond to environmental events, outside of normal business hours.
- Must be able to periodically serve on an on-call roster.
- Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com
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Who's Hiring
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services36
- Burns & McDonnell22
- GHD18
- HDR12
- Calista Brice11
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services49
- Energy2
- Education2
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate environmental scientist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a closely related field
- Proficiency with ArcGIS or other GIS platforms for data mapping and site analysis
- Experience collecting soil, water, or air samples following established field protocols
- Familiarity with EPA and state environmental regulations including CERCLA and RCRA
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or willingness to obtain it before starting
- Experience writing technical reports, field logs, or Phase I and Phase II ESA documents
Tips for Your Associate Environmental Scientist Job Search
Tailor your resume to regulations
Hiring managers in this field scan for fluency with specific regulatory frameworks like CERCLA, RCRA, or the Clean Water Act. Name the exact regulations you've worked under and the specific permits or reports you contributed to, not just general compliance experience.
List field and lab skills separately
Many associate environmental scientist postings score resumes against two distinct skill sets: field sampling techniques and laboratory analysis methods. Create a dedicated skills section that separates these clearly, naming instruments like XRF analyzers or YSI multiparameter sondes where applicable.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate environmental scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project phase
Environmental consulting firms hire differently depending on whether they're in investigation, remediation design, or construction oversight phases. Read the job description closely for phase-specific language and mirror it in your cover letter using the same terminology the posting uses.
Prepare technical scenarios for interviews
Interviewers at consulting firms and agencies typically ask about a specific site investigation or spill response you've handled. Prepare two or three concise stories using the situation, your technical actions, and the measurable outcome, referencing the analytical methods or regulatory standards involved.
Negotiate start date around field season
Many environmental science roles ramp up sampling and fieldwork in spring and summer. If you're negotiating your start date, framing your availability around project season cycles signals operational awareness and can give you a stronger position than a vague availability range.
Associate Environmental Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate environmental scientists?
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Burns & McDonnell, and GHD are hiring the most associate environmental scientists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at environmental consulting firms and government contractors working on remediation and infrastructure projects.
How many associate environmental scientist jobs are remote?
About 53% of associate environmental scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most roles. Sub-areas with the greatest remote flexibility include data analysis, GIS mapping, report writing, and regulatory review positions at agencies or policy-focused organizations.
How do you become an associate environmental scientist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a related natural science field. Gain hands-on experience through internships, field technician roles, or university research that involves sampling, data collection, or regulatory work. Earning a HAZWOPER certification and learning GIS software strengthens your applications significantly. Some employers prefer candidates pursuing or holding a state-issued Professional Geologist or Environmental Professional credential.
How do you get hired as an associate environmental scientist with little experience?
Focus on roles at environmental consulting firms that explicitly hire new graduates, since these firms build their associate pipelines from entry-level staff. Highlight any field or lab coursework, senior thesis research, or volunteer environmental monitoring work. Certifications like 40-hour HAZWOPER demonstrate field readiness and can offset limited professional experience when applying to site investigation or remediation projects.
What does the associate environmental scientist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your academic background and any field experience, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past sampling event, report you wrote, or regulatory challenge you navigated. Consulting firms often include a scenario question about how you'd respond to unexpected site conditions. Some agencies add a written exercise or panel interview before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to associate environmental scientist jobs?
You can find and apply to associate environmental scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, location, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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