Air Quality Consultant - Senior Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering • Seattle, WA

51d • $120,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a highly experienced senior air permitting and compliance consultant to undertake challenging work coordinating air compliance and permitting projects associated with the development, construction, and operation of varying industries. This role requires a deep understanding of air quality regulations. An ideal candidate will also have a proven track record in consulting, providing expert advice, and delivering solutions to clients. A successful person in this role is intrinsically motivated and emphasizes client service. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their project management expertise and technical ability for a variety of projects. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and client needs. This person is also relationship-focused, as the role involves serving both internal and external clients.

Requirements

• Education: bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or environmental engineering or a related engineering or scientific degree.
• Experience: 10 or more years of experience working with federal air regulations such as federal PSD/NSR and Title V, NSPS, MACT, NESHAP, and state air construction permitting.
• More than 3 years of experience must be in consulting, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
• Engineering or scientific knowledge or experience in the power, fuels, mining, or manufacturing industries.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, project team members, and regulators.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in building working relationships and leading and working with multidisciplinary teams to fulfill commitments on schedule and within budget and providing professional services that exceed client expectations and requirements.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness, as well as a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
• Willingness to travel periodically to meet project needs.
• Driver's license: possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the petroleum refining industry.
• Experience with the Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA) and Washington's Department of Ecology.
• Aptitude for developing client relationships and new business.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with air-quality permitting, environmental regulatory compliance, and related technical assignments.
• Collaborating with clients to identify and address air-quality issues, including regulatory applicability determinations, preparing compliance plans and reports, developing air permitting applications, and performing technical and economic feasibility studies for pollution-control equipment.
• Leading and managing highly collaborative project teams and developing internal team members.
• Participating in meetings and negotiations with clients and regulatory agency personnel.
• Engaging in business development activities, including the development of proposals, scopes of work, and appropriate budgets.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees