Environmental Engineer

Description

• Design and prepare engineered drawings and plan sets using AutoCAD, supporting applications, technical reports, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct research, draft responses, and support proposal development for RFQs and RFPs.
• Conduct a wide range of field inspections and environmental audits, including boiler and chiller inspections, cooling tower compliance, stack testing, EPA Method 9 evaluations, and stormwater discharge monitoring.
• Evaluate client facilities for compliance with environmental, mechanical, and building code regulations, providing written evaluations and actionable recommendations.
• Manage stormwater pollution prevention plans and related discharge monitoring requirements.
• Perform technical calculations related to HVAC systems, including greenhouse gas emissions, heat and cooling loads, and ventilation requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and regulatory compliance documentation for federal, state, and local environmental agencies.
• Develop and manage refrigerant compliance plans for commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project managers to gather required documentation, communicate regulatory requirements, and assure timely project completion.
• Track, monitor, and respond to DOB filings and approvals, including submission of forms such as TR1, TR8, TP, ST, and ZD1 via DOB NOW and eFiling.
• Stay current with changes in DOB, DEP, and EPA regulatory frameworks, codes, and filing systems.
• Prepare and submit air permit applications and compliance reports, including using EPA’s e-GGRT platform for greenhouse gas reporting.
• Prepare and manage regulatory filings and permits with the NYC Department of Buildings, Department of Environmental Protection, and Fire Department, including applications for boilers, chillers, generators, and related systems.
• Respond to plan examiner objections and coordinate resubmittals, corrections, or follow-up filings.

Requirements

• Experience with refrigerants.
• 0-3 years of experience in HVAC design, building systems inspections, or regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with NYC DOB systems such as DOB NOW, BIS, and eFiling is a plus.
• Valid US driver's license, car, and willingness to travel.
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC and commissioning practices.
• Experience performing field inspections is a plus, including ASME boiler tests, EPA Method 9 evaluations, chiller and cooling tower inspections, and stormwater discharge inspections.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of NYC Local Laws 84, 87, and/or 97 is a strong plus.
• Experience preparing and submitting filings with the NYC Department of Buildings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Professional Engineer or EIT certification.

Benefits

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• Medical, dental & vision
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Employee Assistance Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance