Staff Air Quality Engineer or Scientist

SLR Consulting • Fort Collins, CO

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About The Position

SLR Consulting (Americas) is seeking a Staff Air Quality Engineer or Scientist to support air quality compliance and permitting projects. The role involves completing tasks related to compliance reporting, permitting, stakeholder communication, and field data collection; coordinating reports and permit applications through review and delivery; using compliance tracking and reporting software; and providing technical understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance obligations. The employee will also assist clients with compliance programs and work with SLR project managers to maintain a sustainable workload. Short-duration travel to project locations and meetings is required.

This is a full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. The salary range is $65,000–$80,000; final compensation depends on factors including education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related scientific field.
• 0–2 years of hands-on related work experience.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, especially the Clean Air Act.
• Effective written and verbal communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability and willingness to travel by airplane and car, including overnight travel.
• Attention to detail, including proofreading and writing skills.
• Logical and methodical problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management across multiple project tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of budgets and deadlines.
• Self-motivation and eagerness to learn.
• Proactive approach to seeking work tasks.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of process simulation software such as BR&E ProMax, Aspen Hysys, or Symmetry.
• Experience with air permitting in Colorado.
• Industry experience in oil and gas or power.
• Ability to read and understand Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks in support of air quality-related compliance reporting, permitting, stakeholder communication, and field data collection accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate with project team members to steward compliance reports and permit applications through review and delivery.
• Understand and use compliance tracking and reporting software tools.
• Provide technical understanding related to projects, including regulatory requirements and compliance obligations.
• Assist clients with compliance programs.
• Work proactively with SLR project managers to maintain a sustainable workload.
• Travel for short durations to project locations and attend meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package.
• Medical, dental, orthodontia, and vision coverage.
• FSA/HSA.
• Generous PTO accrual.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement account with company matching program.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

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