Air Quality Engineer or Scientist- I
Erg
calibration
deployment
data analysis
measurement studies
publishing
study lead
- Conduct other related tasks involved in air quality research projects including presentations and publishing research papers
- Test, calibrate, troubleshoot, deploy, and maintain air quality monitoring instrumentation
- Lead air quality measurement studies across the country in support of EPA air quality monitoring research
- Support equipment repair, calibration, and maintenance
- Process field data using R, MATLAB, or Python
b.s. degree
r
matlab
python
instrumentation
data processing
Eastern Research Group is searching for a highly motivated air quality research scientist. Responsibilities will include managing and executing projects and tasks related to various air quality measurements and monitoring projects, including community monitoring, near-road monitoring, oil and gas monitoring, methods research, exposure investigations, source testing, and other air-related sampling and monitoring events. The individual will be required to engineer, test, and utilize air quality measurement instrumentation across various projects across the country. They will write work plans, quality assurance project plans, health and safety plans, and reports for work being performed by ERG.
Traveling to sites to conduct air quality research sampling and monitoring will be 25-35% of the work profile, with field travel up to 3-4 consecutive weeks. Data processing skills will be essential for this role.
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- B.S. degree in Environmental/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field
- Experience with air quality measurement instrumentation
- Capability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screening
- Aptitude and interest in science, technical work, mechanical equipment, and air quality
- Experience with writing technical documents
- Successfully complete all required annual safety training
- Ability & willingness to travel 25-35% of the time, with some field travel being for 3-4 consecutive weeks
- Data processing skills in R, MATLAB or Python
- Proficient in instrumentation installation, calibration, testing, and operation
- Ability to work in outdoor field settings
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.
ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
Training + Development- telephone or video interview screening (e.g., skype, teams, gotomeeting)
- must pass background checks and initial/random drug screening
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Founded in 1984
Year Established
The company has grown from a small consultancy to a national firm over nearly four decades.
Revenue in millions
Annual Revenue Range
The company maintains stable revenues through long-term contracts with public sector agencies.
Over 20 offices
Geographic Presence
ERG operates across the U.S. and internationally, supporting a wide range of projects.
130,000+ ft²
Workspace Size
The company provides extensive workspace to support its multidisciplinary projects.
- Partners with federal and state agencies as well as private organizations, tackling projects from air quality and water regulation to toxic emissions control.
- Expertise spans compliance evaluations, economic and regulatory policy analysis, and designing environmental management systems.
- Work includes hands-on laboratory analysis and engineering solutions like wastewater treatment design and custom instrumentation in their RTP lab.
- Delivers educational services and training programs, developing curricula for K-12 and professional audiences.
- enthusiasm, creativity, and fresh perspectives
- collaborative philosophy
- diverse culture
- dedication to client service
- supportive, collegial work environment
- fairness and respect in internal and external partnerships
100% renewable electricity
Corporate energy usage
The company powers its corporate offices and labs entirely with renewable energy through Green-e-certified RECs.
2.2 million kWh
Annual renewable energy usage
In 2022, the company utilized 2.2 million kWh of renewable electricity in its operations.
2019-2022
Climate Registry recognition
The company has earned Gold-level Climate Registered™ recognition from The Climate Registry for four consecutive years.
- Annually conducts greenhouse‑gas inventory covering scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
- Offsets remaining scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions using high‑quality carbon offsets (e.g., Gaziantep Landfill Gas‑to‑Energy)
- Corporate offices located in LEED‑Silver certified green buildings
- Net‑zero target: balancing all emissions annually, with ongoing REC procurement and offset strategy
15% of staff
DEI committee composition
The DEI committee comprises 15% of the company's staff, with approximately 65 employees contributing to recruitment, retention, training, and community justice initiatives.
- A DEI committee supported by the president focuses on recruiting, retention, training, and pro bono community justice work.
- An affirmative-action, equal-employment-opportunity employer policy covers gender, race, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories.
- Flexible benefits, including parental leave, flexible hours, and accommodations, support diverse employee needs.
- Equal-opportunity practices have led to diverse hiring and non-discrimination across gender and protected categories.
