Air Quality Engineer - EHS

Air Quality Permitting

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of air quality permitting and compliance. This role requires a strong understanding of federal, state, and local air quality regulations, particularly those applicable to Maricopa County.

Regulatory Interpretation & Compliance

Interpret and apply federal (e.g., Clean Air Act, NSPS, NESHAP), and local (e.g., MCAQD Rules and Regulations) air quality regulations to ensure compliance.

Emission Calculations & Modeling

Conduct emission calculations for various pollutants from diverse sources using established methodologies and software. May involve performing or overseeing air dispersion modeling studies (e.g., AERMOD) to assess potential impacts.

Permit Negotiation & Agency Liaison

Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies (MCAQD, EPA) during the permitting process, addressing agency comments, negotiating permit conditions, and ensuring timely approvals.

Compliance Assurance

Develop and implement air quality compliance programs, including monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements as stipulated by permits and regulations.

Audits & Inspections

Participate in and support internal and external environmental audits and inspections, addressing any findings related to air quality.

Project Management

Manage multiple air quality permitting projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Technical Support

Provide technical expertise and guidance on air quality matters to project teams, operations personnel, and management.

Stay Current

Continuously monitor changes in air quality regulations and technologies to ensure ongoing compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related scientific or engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in environmental engineering with a strong focus on air quality permitting and compliance.
• Maricopa County Specific Experience: Demonstrated experience working with Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) regulations and permitting processes is highly preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of federal (e.g., Clean Air Act), state (Arizona), and local (Maricopa County) air quality regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), and Title V operating permits.