Air Quality Engineer
Richmond, VA 
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Job Description
Air Quality Engineer
Primary Location US-VA-Richmond
ID 2023-1623
Category Early Career Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote No
Overview

If you're looking for a place to kick-start your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic and innovative firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you! As an Early-Career Air Quality Engineer in our growing national air practice and a member of the Gulf Coast and Energy Branch sitting in our Richmond, VA or Houston, TX, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals? Some of the key responsibilities for the position include:

    Preparing air emissions inventories and environmental compliance reports;
  • Preparing emissions calculations and air permit applications;
  • Conducting regulatory analyses related to federal, state, and local air regulations regarding Clean Air Act, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs), and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS);
  • Conducting air dispersion modeling analysis;
  • Performing analyses related to air pollution control systems and source monitoring and measurement requirements; and
  • Providing environmental compliance and litigation support services, such as compliance audits and reviews, hazardous waste and material management.

Additionally, the selected candidate may be asked to support environmental permitting and compliance services in related disciplines, such as those driven by the Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec's culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will guide and integrate you into Geosyntec's culture, as you kickstart your career.

Here are some other things you should know about a typical Early-Career Air Quality Engineer position with Geosyntec:

  • Training: This position requires health and safety, first aid, CPR, and other training, as well as medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our employees to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
  • Fieldwork: Up to 20%
  • Overnight travel: Up to 20%

Your success is our success. We encourage our employees to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual's own performance and initiative.

Education and Licensure
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental or chemical engineering or an aligned scientific discipline. (required)
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, if applicable. (preferred)
  • Advanced degree in environmental or chemical engineering. (preferred)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of air quality permitting and compliance experience with an environmental consulting firm. (preferred)
  • Experience with air quality modeling (SCREEN3, AERSCREEN, and AERMOD). (preferred)
  • Strong hands-on spreadsheet and database comprehension. (required)
  • Experienced in air quality permitting and air quality compliance in Texas (required) and Louisiana. (preferred)
  • Experience in environmental compliance services (stormwater, spill planning, hazardous waste, etc.) and compliance auditing. (preferred)
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
Culture/EEO Statement

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits


Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer including minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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