Engineer - Air Modeling & Permitting

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, evaluates air pollution control systems, reviews permit applications and drafts air quality permits for facilities discharging pollutants into the air to ensure compliance under the Clean Air Act. You will have the opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
Must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) within one year of employment.
Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months.
A valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent transportation.
Ability to occasionally travel overnight.
Ability to lift 30 pounds.
Ability to climb, bend, and stoop.
Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes.
Ability to walk on muddy, icy, uneven terrain.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Submit a resume with relevant information with your experience clearly listed as it pertains to this position.
Submit a current list of at least three professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers and email.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of air quality management, and state, local and federal air pollution control rules and regulations.
Skills: Excellent written and oral communication, analytical and judgment skills, computer skills.
Ability to: Read and write technical reports; interpret complex environmental regulations and prepare concise and enforceable air quality permits; Relate well to people having various technical and non-technical backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Under supervision, review pre-construction or operating permit applications, determine compliance with applicable regulations, prepare air quality permit documents with appropriate requirements and conditions to assure compliance with the Nebraska Air Quality Regulations.
Work with applicants to obtain appropriate quality and quantity of information needed to prepare permit recommendations.
Review draft permits written by others for accuracy, consistency and content as necessary. Provide guidance to permit writers new to the program.
Confer with and advise the regulated community on technical requirements in the area of construction and operating permits. Give presentations and provide testimony at public hearings in areas of responsibility.
Assist in regulatory planning and development of the permit program.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year, accruing immediately
Military leave
156% state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the state
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Fun, inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment