Air Permitting Scientist - Industrial Market

Olsson • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

Welcome to Olsson's Industrial Environmental team, where innovation meets sustainability in the industrial sector. As a Engineer or Scientist, you will be part of a team that tackles complex environmental challenges across diverse industries such as mining, agriculture, and advanced manufacturing. As an Air Permitting Specialist, you will prepare environmental permits and plans, perform regulatory and technical analysis, write technical reports, conduct audits and inspections, and provide program management support. You may be involved with climate action, sustainability, and resilience planning, air dispersion modeling, and evaluating greenhouse gas emissions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your knowledge of air permitting to a variety of environmental projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and contributing to the sustainable development of industrial sites.

Requirements

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of professional air quality project experience, including permitting, modeling, monitoring, and reporting for Clean Air Act compliance.
• Knowledge of air emission methodologies, air dispersion modeling, construction and operating permits, and regulations under EPA’s PSD, Title V, NSPS and NESHAP programs.
• Familiarity with state and federal air regulations and regulatory processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, contractors, and team members.
• Experience with small, medium, or large-scale client environmental consulting projects and representing clients to stakeholders including regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Work on air permitting / compliance projects and ensuring adherence to project scope and schedule.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and documents for permits and compliance measures.
• Support small-scale project management, including monitoring timelines, budgets, and scope under the guidance of senior staff.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level