Air Quality Compliance Engineer 2026-01626

About the role

The Air Quality Division (AQD) Compliance Inspector performs high-level complex engineering tasks related to air quality compliance assurance within several Wyoming counties. They inspect and evaluate industrial facilities, processes, and emission control equipment, working with industry personnel to ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensures facilities meet technical, policy, and regulatory requirements; recognizes and flags concerns; suggests modifications or improvements.
• Confers with industry personnel to ensure goals are achieved and requirements met.
• Aids in the training of personnel in use of software and monitoring equipment.
• Provides technical assistance as required; inspects and monitors projects for quality and cost control.
• Performs feasibility analysis to ensure effective solutions.
• Selects and oversees consultants and engineering firms assigned or contracted on projects.
• Trains, coaches, and mentors entry-level inspectors and other AQD staff regarding industry processes and environmental regulations.
• Maintains documentation on projects.
• Oversees and evaluates projects related to air quality and controls.
• Reviews technical submissions, permits, reports, inspections, and monitoring data.
• Applies professional judgment, scientific knowledge, and accepted industrial practices to evaluate industrial processes.
• Conducts independent field work and inspections.
• Evaluates compliance reviews by facility staff, contract employees, and/or consultants.
• Reviews progress and inspects corrective actions; manages multiple complex projects for corrective actions or reclamation.
• Observes and analyzes source sampling procedures used by facilities; provides corrective action when necessary to ensure compliance with established test methods and procedures; uses scientific principles and knowledge to evaluate results.
• Develops and provides written reports, memos, and comments.
• Works with the Attorney General’s Office and/or the AQD Stationary Source Compliance Program to provide support, materials, and/or technical expertise in legal actions or enforcement actions taken by the State of Wyoming, DEQ, or AQD as needed.
• Works with other programs in the Air Quality Division to further the goals of air quality improvement across all programs.
• Analyzes and responds to public comments, observations, and complaints regarding emissions sources or facilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of current principles of engineering, industrial processes and pollution controls, Federal and State Air Quality rules and regulations, and ability to produce written reports concerning observations and compliance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering).
• Experience in air pollution control or industry processes related to air quality, such as baghouses, electrostatic precipitators, cyclonic controls, engine catalysts, and stationary and mobile engines.
• Experience in Oil & Gas facility or equipment design, inspection, or maintenance.
• Professional Engineer's (PE) License required at time of hire - Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.

Skills

Ability to travel, work outside in inclement conditions, climb ladders and/or catwalks, and navigate other potentially challenging terrain.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays, Retirement-Pension and 457B plans, Flexible schedules and work-life balance options, Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and much more!

Pay

Exempt

Schedule

Full-time