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TRC Companies, Inc. · 2 hours ago

Security & Emergency Planning Engineer

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$96K/yr - $154K/yr

8+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a pioneer in providing innovative engineering solutions for clients in various sectors. The Security & Emergency Planning Engineer will support government and commercial clients in emergency planning and security approaches, conducting assessments, developing plans, and collaborating with law enforcement agencies.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Be a contributing member of a team to conduct physical security and emergency preparedness assessments and develop security master plans, policies, and procedures in collaboration with other team members and clients

Identify and interpret applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry consensus standards, regarding hazardous substances and chemicals (such as facility spill prevention/facility response plans, risk management plans and emergency response/contingency plans), physical security, emergency planning and related topics

Develop protective designs to enhance facility physical security and survivability from extreme events

Work with law enforcement agencies (local, county, state, federal) as required

Contribute to meetings with clients, regulators, contractors, and other project team members

Assess man-made threat and natural hazard data

Utilize multiple assessment tools and methodologies to quantify risk

Develop, research, and define appropriate emergency management and/or security solutions, processes, and technologies to provide the required level(s) of mitigation

Synthesize data from multiple sources and deliver sound recommendations for clients’ needs

Author reports, technical memos, develop designs, standards, and other deliverables

Develop presentations and deliver training content at client locations

Interact with a diverse set of clients including government agency personnel, public officials, business, and nonprofit staff

Qualification

Emergency managementPhysical securityTechnical writingProfessional Engineer licensureEmergency Manager certificationRisk assessmentJudgmentEthical foundationBasic business acumenMulti-lingual skillsCollaborationCommunication skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering (civil, mechanical, chemical, etc.), emergency management, international relations, homeland security or similar

Eight (8) plus years of related experience

Must be able to travel throughout the U.S. (travel estimated at 15-20% of the year)

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. An inquisitive tendency, as well as the interest in protecting people and facilities from harm are also important qualities

Must be self-motivated

Excellent technical writing skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a larger team to support business objectives

Work closely with government emergency management, law enforcement and security agencies

Ability to travel periodically to meet client and project needs

Ability to work in commercial and industrial settings and follow strict safety protocols

Fluent written and verbal English communication skills

Ability to pass multiple detailed background checks (including criminal history) and drug screening

U.S. Citizen, with current driver's license and ability to travel by air, bus, train, etc

Proficiency with standard MS Office tools/software, meeting technology, laptop computers, and/or related tools

The ability to occasionally walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, often in outdoor environments

Basic business acumen and the ability to understand and support client relationships

Good professional judgement and strong ethical foundation

Preferred

Licensure as a Professional Engineer is beneficial

Certification as an Emergency Manager such as through IAEM is helpful

Be able to assess the stresses and forces from extreme events (blast, wind, ballistics, etc.) to various types of structures and facilities is a plus

Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) via ASIS International, or as a Certified Security Consultant (CSC) via International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC)

Bi-or multi-lingual skills are a plus

Master's degree is a plus

Knowledge of various security requirements for various sectors of critical infrastructure are valued

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.

Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).

All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.