Air Quality Engineer

Summit County Public Health • Akron, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Summit County Public Health is seeking an Air Quality Engineer to join their Air Quality Program on a full-time basis (35 hours per week, Monday through Friday). This role involves analyzing emission sources, assessing permit applications, and tracking regulatory compliance to improve regional air quality. The position entails overseeing the execution of state and federal environmental mandates and is described as a rewarding career path for precise, community-minded individuals dedicated to public service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, environmental, industrial, petroleum, civil, electrical, or other related engineering field preferred. Bachelor's Degrees in related technical fields with at least 30 semester hours in engineering-related coursework plus one year of related experience may also be considered.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, automobile availability, and liability insurance required.
• Ability to pass Federal Reference Method 9 to become a visible emissions evaluator.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI) in the State of Ohio is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering initiatives focused on reducing air pollution to safeguard public health.
• Analyze and manage Title V installation, and operational permit applications for emission sources to guarantee total alignment with state and federal legal frameworks.
• Conduct on-site facility inspections and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Author, analyze, and manage technical reports and official correspondence.
• Conduct facility complaint investigations and document subsequent findings.
• Observe emissions compliance tests and review relevant emissions data reports.
• Build and submit enforcement cases when federal or state air quality violations occur.
• Create educational presentations and represent the agency at public forums.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision, and more.
• 14 paid holidays
• paid vacation
• sick time
• Secure future planning through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

What This Job Offers

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