Environmental Affairs Specialist/Engineer - Air Compliance

Southern Company•Birmingham, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Alabama Power’s Environmental Affairs Department is seeking a qualified and motivated candidate to join its Air Compliance team. This position may be filled at an entry to senior level, depending on the applicant's skills and qualifications. The role includes overseeing and supporting programs that ensure compliance with air-related environmental laws, regulations, and permit requirements. Key responsibilities encompass interpreting regulations, providing guidance and support to affected facilities, preparing air permit applications, calculating air emissions, submitting regulatory reports, assessing compliance status, and acting as a liaison with regulatory agencies and facility personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or Science-related field (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, etc.)
Knowledge of environmental air regulations and permitting
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Proficient in computer and software packages (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and timeliness
Ability to assess situations and communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Capacity to manage multiple work assignments simultaneously
Flexibility to adapt to changing business demands
Promotes open communications, and comfortable with working in a collaborative team setting
Develops and maintain effective working relationships that are constructive in accomplishing job responsibilities
Provides excellent service to customers and exhibits a spirit of customer focus and partnership with our regulated facilities
Takes ownership of assigned tasks, initiative, and determination to solve problems
Strong desire for self-taught continuous learning
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with “Our Values”: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of air pollution control equipment is a plus

Responsibilities

Interpret regulations and permit requirements and provide clear compliance guidance to affected facilities
Support facilities in maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and permit requirements
Calculate air emissions for facilities and submit required summaries to regulatory agencies
Prepare reports for submittal to regulatory agencies
Diligently review data to identify any occurrences outside normal operational parameters
Work alongside other air compliance staff members to promote teamwork with peers and to provide support for assigned facilities
Interact with regulatory agencies and develop effective working relationships with regulatory agency personnel