Environmental Professional- Air Quality

T. Baker Smith•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide professional, technical day-to-day support and input to the Lead Professional(s) and Project Manager(s), and for carrying out the scope of work in accordance with the proposal and/or the contract terms. Responsible for providing advanced technical, analytical, and regulatory support in the development/completion of assigned environmental projects, primarily related to air quality permitting and compliance. This role is an entry-level position that can lead to more advanced air quality permitting and compliance and project management roles.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Environmental, Biological, Chemical, Mechanical, or related), Atmospheric/Environmental Science, or related field.
Minimum 1-2 years of experience air permitting and compliance.
Ability to relate to clients and people at all levels of the organization and must possess excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret most complex documents.
Ability to operate computer, using technical software, which includes computer, aided drafting and other applications, spreadsheets, and other business software.

Nice To Haves

Engineering Intern (EI) certification or Professional Engineering (PE) licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and coordination of air quality permitting and compliance projects for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
Coordinate the technical aspects of a variety of air quality permitting and compliance services.
Prepare and review air permit applications.
Research specifications, materials, environmental regulations, and industry standards.
Conduct emissions calculations for industrial processes.
Perform state and federal regulatory applicability analyses.
Assist with air dispersion modeling, environmental data analysis, and preparation of technical reports.
Assist with annual compliance and Clean Air Act reporting (Title V, emission inventories, cap & trade, NSPS, NESHAP, TRI, Tier II, etc.).
Assist with compliance plan development.
Assist with air quality monitoring, field investigations, audits, sampling, and collection of environmental data.
Review technical reports.
Provide technical recommendations.
Evaluate project quality.
Achieve the scope, budget, and schedule of the project under the direction of the project manager.
Communicate changes in workload or project scope with project manager.
Coordinate work assignments with project team members.
Promote all resources offered by the firm to existing and potential clients.
Organize and maintain project files.
Maintain neat and organized work area.
Maintain current knowledge of equipment, techniques, procedures, and regulations.
Participate in professional development and training.
Participate in proposal efforts.
Assure drawings and designs are in accordance with project standards.