Mid-Level Air Quality Engineer/Specialist

Job Description

Why join us?

It's an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our company ethos includes collaboration through the connection of people, data, and technology. We are a global firm that leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships, and doing our part to make this planet and its people thrive. We need energetic, passionate, and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!

Position: Mid-Level Air Quality Engineer/Specialist
Location: Austin, TX

How will you contribute to the team?

• Assists with the determination of federal and state air quality regulatory applicability and the development of strategies and systems for compliance.
• Assists with preparation and assembly of air quality New Source Review permit applications, Prevention of Significant Deterioration/Non-Attainment permit applications, Title V operating permits, compliance reports, registrations, and other plans for approval.
• Calculates air contaminant emissions for stationary and mobile sources and prepares air emissions inventories including Greenhouse Gases emission reporting.
• Calculates embodied carbon for climate change and resilience evaluations.
• Evaluates air emissions control technologies (BACT and LAER), determines required control technologies, and documents process information to ensure client operations and work practices are in accordance with all applicable regulations.
• Performs air dispersion modeling and assists with preparation of modeling analyses and reports in accordance with project requirements and/or published guidelines.
• Performs mobile source air emissions calculations including MSAT emissions and hot-spot analyses.
• Communicates results of analyses internally and externally in proficient verbal and written form.
• Works collaboratively with engineering firms, equipment vendors, and other 3rd parties in support of clients' air quality needs.
• Assists with the development of various plans and documents in support of clients' regulatory requirements.
• Performs within budget and schedule expectations.
• Assists with preparation of proposals for environmental support.
• Assists with business development by developing internal marketing materials and representing Atkins at professional trade associations, conferences, tradeshows, and webinars.
• May perform other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

What will you contribute?

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field and a minimum of 4 years of related experience since Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in PSD or Nonattainment review permitting and modeling for industrial facilities is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Clean Air Act issues including MACT/BACT/LAER, Greenhouse Gas, Prevention of Significant Deterioration, and New Source Review requirements.
• Working knowledge of embodied carbon evaluations.
• Knowledge and understanding of State and Federal air quality regulations, particularly Texas air regulations.
• Current and relevant work experience focusing on stationary source permitting support, estimating air emissions, Title V permitting and deviation reporting, development of source category specific emission factors, air dispersion modeling, mobile source emissions and MSAT analyses, greenhouse gas emissions evaluation and reporting for various industrial facilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including technical report writing, oral presentations, and direct verbal communication.
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook applications.
• Proficiency with AERMOD, MOVES, and other air quality models and database software is a plus.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification in Texas is desired, or ability to obtain EIT within one year of assuming this position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk through, under, over or around equipment and piping and climb ladders or steps in an industrial facility or in the field, as required for site inspections and walk-throughs.
• Availability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Have a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain one within 6 months of assuming this position.
• Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; communicate clearly both orally and in writing; travel to visit project sites as necessary.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and review project plans and documents, evaluate alternatives, and devise appropriate solutions.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.
• Competitive salary
• Group Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities, and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

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