Chemical Engineer/Environmental Engineer – Permitting and Compliance Focus – Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr • Denver, CO

49d • $73,000 - $83,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and skilled chemical or environmental engineer to join Barr’s permitting and compliance consulting team. Our team helps clients determine which environmental regulations apply to their facilities and operations and what is required for their facilities to attain and remain in compliance. We assist clients with permitting projects for new facilities, expansions, renovations, or operational changes. The selected candidate will work on diverse, fast-paced, and challenging projects, providing environmental support to clients in the fuels, mining, manufacturing, and power industries. In this role, you will apply your technical expertise and regulatory knowledge gathered from your degree to develop solutions that allow clients to maintain flexibility and profitability while complying with environmental regulations related to air, water, and waste. A successful candidate in this role is intrinsically motivated and has an interest in building a career in environmental consulting. They are driven by solving complex problems and are adaptable to team and client needs. They are also curious, detail-oriented, proactive in communicating questions and progress, and interested in developing strong working relationships across project teams, clients, and practice areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or environmental engineering or a related scientific degree.
• Minimum five months total of internship, co-op, or post-college professional experience in industry, an environmental agency, or environmental consulting.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, communicate priorities, and schedule constraints, while navigating ambiguous projects.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to seek feedback.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project teams, regulators, and clients.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills, including use of spreadsheets and responsible use of AI-assisted tools, with the ability to review, verify, and apply professional judgment to AI-generated outputs.
• Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.
• 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

• High level of proficiency working in data systems and analyzing large sets of data.
• Experience working with regulations and environmental permitting.
• Project or task management skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in building working relationships across multi-dimensional teams.

Responsibilities

• Interpret environmental regulations related to air, water, and waste.
• Calculate emissions and/or discharges and develop compliance strategies.
• Support the development of practical compliance strategies for industrial clients.
• Prepare regulatory and technical analysis memos.
• Prepare routine compliance submittals and develop compliance tools.
• Compile information for environmental permit applications.
• Strategize to avoid or minimize impacts on resources.
• Communicate questions, progress, and potential issues early and clearly with project teams.
• Provide on-site client support as needed (may require out-of-town travel).

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 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
• Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• 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
• Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

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