Early-Career Air Quality Engineer

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Early-Career Air Quality Engineer applying engineering knowledge to air quality consulting. Preparing emissions inventories and conducting analyses for regulatory compliance and environmental protection.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRichmond • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,165 - $97,220 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in air quality permitting and compliance, with a strong focus on regulatory analysis and environmental reporting. Proficient in air quality modeling and compliance audits, particularly within Texas and Louisiana regulations.

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Air Quality PermittingEnvironmental ComplianceAir Quality ModelingSpreadsheet ProficiencyRegulatory Analysis

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Hard Skills

Air Emissions Inventory PreparationEmissions CalculationsAir Permit ApplicationsAir Dispersion ModelingAir Pollution Control AnalysisCompliance AuditsHazardous Waste ManagementEnvironmental ReportingSource MonitoringMeasurement Requirements

Tools & Technologies

SCREEN3AERSCREENAERMODSpreadsheet SoftwareDatabase Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental EngineeringValid U.S. Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Clean Air ActNESHAPsNSPSTexas Air Quality RegulationsLouisiana Air Quality Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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;
Providing environmental compliance and litigation support services, such as compliance audits and reviews, hazardous waste and material management.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental or chemical engineering or an aligned scientific discipline. (required)
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)
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid holidays
vacation
sick and personal paid time off
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
401(k)