Sr. Air Quality Engineer/Scientist (Environmental Compliance Specialist)

Description

The Sr. Air Quality Engineer/Scientist (Environmental Permitting and Compliance) performs professional engineering work, leading and executing the compliance and permitting functions in relation to Air Quality Regulations and Compliance. This candidate will be reviewing processes and equipment, analyzing permit-related technical and regulatory issues, and communicating those analyses within Yorke, the client organization, with government agencies and with the public at large. The work is challenging, broad in scope, and variable from project to project. The position involves effective communication, decision-making, and time management. The candidate performs other duties as required or assigned.

This is a Senior level position. Positions at this level are assigned to perform the more complex and sensitive duties in the occupational field. The employee in this position may be assigned to train and mentor other employees and/or monitor work produced by other employees.

• Process and equipment review;
• Annual Emissions Reporting;
• General Air Quality Compliance for facilities in CA.
• Air Quality Assessments including Data Analysis and Emission Inventories;
• RECLAIM implementation and reporting;
• Prepare reports and submissions in timely manner;

Requirements

• Experience with handling highly technical data and technical data interpretation;
• Experience in the environmental services industry focusing on leading Air Quality services:
• CA Regulatory/Compliance experience is required.
• 10-20+ years of work experience in the Air Quality and/or Environmental industry in an engineering role (preferably in a consulting environment);
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team fashion, handle several projects at once, prioritize work, and work efficiently;
• Ability to manage successful relationships with clients, staff, and regulators through effective communication and expertise by fostering a collaborative environment without losing focus of quality;
• Proven track record or desire to engage in successful regulatory work in dealing with the SCAQMD, BAAQMD, SJVAPCD, EPA, CARB and/or other similar regulatory agencies;
• Air Dispersion Modeling;
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Powerpoint skills (required);
• Microsoft 365 Applications, including Sharepoint (a plus)
• Highly motivated to continue working in Air Quality environmental field and expand their knowledge and experience;
• Experience working on-site at client facilities;
• Track record of successful analysis, interpretation, and application of rules and regulations towards practical solutions;
• Desire to train and share technical expertise in environmental rules and regulations with clients and team members;
• B.S or M.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant technical degrees from an accredited college (minimum GPA of 3.0);
• Ability to manage and lead active team members on project teams towards project completion within project scope, budget and schedule and ensure quality work product and deliverables;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Experience in conflict resolution and crisis management;
• P.E. Certification (a plus).
• Software Knowledge:
• Ability to think critically and develop solutions;
• Air quality permitting under BAAQMD, SCAQMD, SJVAPCD and other Air Districts, including Title V Permitting;

Benefits

We are looking for a sharp Sr. Air Quality Engineer/Scientist (Environmental Permitting and Compliance) to join our team in Northern CA. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week from one of our Northern CA offices (Berkeley, San Francisco, or San Jose) during our normal business hours. We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package including Paid Time Off, Holidays, Full Medical/Dental/Vision, along with a 401k program with a generous company match.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance