Sr Air Quality Engineer/Scientist

Montrose Environmental Group

The Role

Overview

Senior engineer managing air quality permitting, modeling, and compliance projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • dispersion modeling
  • permit management
  • project management
  • compliance reporting
  • budget management
  • aermod modeling

Tasks

-Maintaining confidentiality at all times. -Managing air quality projects and providing air quality services for individual and multi-facility clients in the Southeast and nationwide. These projects include air quality permit applications for new and modified facilities, as well as air permit renewals. Construction permits applications include Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), Nonattainment New Source Review (NAA-NSR), Synthetic Minor, and True Minor sources. Operating permits include Title V, Synthetic Minor, and True Minor sources. -Managing client projects in multi-media compliance in the areas of SPCC Plans, stormwater, EPCRA Tier II and TRI reporting, and hazardous waste. -Keeping up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops. -Exercising safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs. -Overseeing administrative and financial aspects of Project Management including proposals, project set ups, forecasting, budget management, invoicing, and subcontractor management. -Participating in the company’s continuous improvement programs and providing support to team efforts. -Assuming Project Management responsibilities including being the senior technical lead, supervising supporting staff, and coordinating completion of quality documents on time and on budget. -Performing air dispersion modeling analyses to address air permitting and compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and voluntary assessments. Dispersion modeling platforms to be used include AERMOD and CALPUFF, as well as screening methods.

Requirements

  • problem solving
  • 5-10 years
  • microsoft office
  • environmental compliance
  • air permitting
  • bachelor's degree

What You Bring

-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities -5-10 years of related experience -Knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office Suite). -Advanced knowledge of environmental compliance, regulatory, and engineering principles. -Experience with air permitting with multiple state and local agencies, primarily in the Southeast, is preferred. -Ability to work well with and mentor others in a team-driven environment, setting expectations and providing input and feedback in a helpful way that fosters accountability -Experience with managing and preparing air permit applications. -Strong written and verbal communication skills. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental-related science from an accredited four-year college or university

Benefits

-Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance -401k with a competitive 4% employer match -Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges -Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage -A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation -An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues -Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans. -Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career -Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $140,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography

The Company

About Montrose Environmental Group

-Montrose Environmental Group quickly became a leader in delivering comprehensive environmental solutions. -The company specializes in a wide array of sectors including industrial, energy, infrastructure, and utilities, delivering tailored services for both public and private sector clients. -With a focus on environmental sustainability, they provide solutions spanning air quality, waste management, and water resources. -Montrose has worked on major environmental remediation projects, from managing hazardous waste to optimizing energy use for large-scale infrastructure developments. -The company serves clients across diverse industries, helping them meet compliance requirements and drive operational efficiencies while minimizing their environmental impact. -Montrose’s portfolio includes both short-term, high-impact projects as well as long-term strategic partnerships. -Known for its adaptability and innovation, the company prides itself on delivering customized solutions, regardless of project size or complexity.

Sector Specialisms

Air Quality

Water Quality

Natural Resource Damage Assessment

Environmental Incident Response

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Source Emissions Testing

Fenceline Monitoring

Soil Analysis

Water Analysis

Sediment Analysis

Ultratrace Analysis & PFAS

Environmental Toxicology

Leak Detection & Repair

Regulatory Consulting

NEPA Compliance

Biological Resources and Permitting

Cultural Resources Consultation

Grant Writing and Compliance

Cannabis Permitting

Water Treatment

Renewable Energy (Biogas)

Integrated System Engineering & Design

Installation, Start-up & Commissioning