Amentum

Senior Permitting Lead

Amentum$131K — $211K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering or equivalent
  • 15 years relevant experience or 13 years with a Master's Degree
  • Strong understanding of air, water, and hazardous waste regulations
  • Experience managing environmental permits in industrial settings
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with DOE and Washington State environmental regulations
  • Problem-solving abilities focused on maintaining operations

Responsibilities

  • Support Prime Contractor in environmental permit management
  • Assist with air/water/waste permitting for design changes
  • Engage with project teams on permit requirements for regulated operations
  • Represent plant management in discussions with DOE and regulatory agencies
  • Guide WTP teams on permit implementation and compliance
  • Provide field support for regulatory inquiries
  • Conduct self-assessments of environmental permitting

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
The WTCC Environmental Management team supports the planning, development, implementation and oversite of the Waste Treatment Plant (WTP) procedures and/or work packages that are used to comply with environmental permit requirements including air, wastewater, and dangerous waste. Environmental management support will be required to ensure Plant Operations has technical staff on site to interpret and resolve permit conditions to ensure compliance and to maintain operations in a compliant manner.

The Senior Permitting Lead will interface with BNI WTP permitting, WTCC Commissioning, Department of Energy (DOE), and will interact with regulatory agencies to support preparation and completion of permit modifications/reviews and regulatory submittals, review engineering changes for applicability to project environmental permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements; interface with internal organizations to ensure changes are implemented effectively and managed in accordance with environmental requirements, support preparation and submittal of compliance reports and semi-annual and annual permit compliance reporting. The Senior Permitting Lead is expected to be largely self-directed and to interface with environmental and other plant management to assist in development of permitting and compliance strategy and to interact directly, in support of WTCC management, with DOE and the regulators on permitting and permit implementation related issues.

This position shall be performed under the day-to-day direction, control, and supervision of WTCC

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Applied Science or demonstrated equivalent
Experience:

Bachelor's Degree plus 15 years of relevant work history or a Masters Degree with at least 13 years of relevant work history.

Job Knowledge/Abilities:
  • Superior knowledge of air, water, and hazardous waste environmental regulations and permit compliance and monitoring techniques and methodologies
  • Experience in operating plants that require compliance with environmental permits and regulations
  • Experience in working with operations management to resolve environmental permit issues
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge/experience in working with government agencies, preferably with the US Department of Energy and the Washington State Department of Ecology
  • Knowledge of Washington State environmental regulations is preferred
  • Ability to identify problem solutions to maintain plant operation


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS
  • Provide support to the Prime Contractor in managing/maintaining environmental permit configuration current with design changes that result from commissioning activities
  • Provide air/water/waste permitting support to engineering for design changes, issue resolution, etc.
  • Interact with project organizations on environmental permit requirements related to the design and operation of facilities regulated by air/water/waste permits and regulations; assist in planning system modifications, as required
  • Interact with DOE and Regulatory Agency personnel regarding permit condition development and interpretation, and implementation as a representative of plant management
  • Provide air/water/waste permit implementation guidance/support to WTP organizations
  • Provide field support to answer regulatory agency permit questions related to air/water/waste system operations and maintenance
  • Notify commissioning personnel when a new permit is issued and provide implementation guidance; Resolve concerns, as assigned
  • Perform environmental permitting self-assessments as assigned
  • Facilitate/participate in regulatory agency, Department of Energy, and company inspections/audits
  • Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment
  • This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisors request


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead permitting activities and integration/coordination of environmental and plant staff for permit/permit condition development and implementation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual

Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity.

  • This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.


Compensation Details:
$131,484 - $211,024.41

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
07/30/2026 - 08/09/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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