Air Quality Compliance Specialist / Engineer, III - Senior

Lansing Board of Water & Light • Lansing, MI

1d • $94,000 - $114,700

About The Position

Responsible for monitoring compliance with the federal Clean Air Act, State of Michigan Air Pollution Control Rules, and local air quality ordinances, as they pertain to BWL operations. Provide technical assistance and utilize data analysis to develop effective solutions to various compliance needs. Support project work to ensure compliance with air quality regulations including planning, coordination, investigations and permitting. Develop and implement procedures that minimize deficiencies and ensure compliance with existing air quality rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Environmental Science curriculum, Engineering, or related field and a minimum of seven years professional experience in related field required; Master’s in an environmental science related field with a minimum of five years of experience would be equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of state and federal air quality regulations including the CAA, NESHAP, NSPS as well as Title V and NSR permitting requirements, CEMS operation and reporting, emissions calculations and inventory, emissions testing, emission control technology, environmental management systems, data management, and compliance monitoring and auditing.
• Basic knowledge of core operating processes.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Basic working knowledge of commercial office computer software.
• Basic working knowledge of all necessary specialized software such as StackVision, CAD, statistical analysis, dispersion modeling, and similar database.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions.
• All work is performed on an accurate, productive, and timely basis under limited supervision.
• Must have valid MI driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Expert knowledge of state and federal air quality regulations including the CAA, NESHAP, NSPS as well as Title V and NSR permitting requirements, CEMS operation and reporting, emissions calculations and inventory, emissions testing, emission control technology, environmental management systems, data management, and compliance monitoring and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains procedures and programs designed to minimize deficiencies and ensure compliance with existing air quality laws, regulations, licenses, permits, and ordinances pertaining to the organization’s facilities.
• Identifies potential or actual areas of non-compliance through personal onsite inspections, review of operation data, maintenance records or testing.
• Prepares accurate and concise technical reports based on the interpretation of data, observations and current regulations regarding inspection findings and recommendation for corrective action.
• Prepares compliance reports for regulatory agencies regarding BWL’s compliance status with various air permits and plans.
• Manages all aspects of BWL’s stack sampling program including planning, scheduling, completion of onsite testing and final reporting.
• Reviews emissions data from continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) and prepare emissions reports.
• Prepares and updates air permits and related plans (e.g., malfunction abatement, preventative maintenance, startup/shutdown, compliance assurance monitoring, fugitive dust control) and maintains emissions inventories.
• Performs calculations and analyzes data in support of applicable air permits and projects.
• Determines air permit/NSR applicability for new equipment and modifications or maintenance of existing equipment.
• Reviews applicability and determines compliance strategy for new or revised regulations including NSPS and NESHAP.
• Responds to Violation Notices and negotiates final orders and agreements with regulatory agencies to address noncompliance.
• Prepares and gives presentations to other processes, upper management, regulatory agencies and citizen or environmental groups.
• Solicit and evaluate bids and recommend awards from outside vendors, contractors and consultants for the best evaluated bid based on specification compliance, delivery, cost and other applicable information or criteria.
• Has controlled contact with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and other utilities.
• Provide training to Operations Staff regarding air permits, plans and other regulatory responsibilities.
• Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Attends all training for safety awareness as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
• Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.
• Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.
• Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.
• Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

What This Job Offers

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