Air Quality Engineer

Bgeinc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Merit-based bonus

Health Insurance

HSA contributions

Paid holidays

Personal time off

Unlimited sick days

Mentorship program

Employee referral program

Job summary

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide civil engineering firm seeking an experienced environmental consultant in Austin, TX to support air quality permitting and compliance on public and private infrastructure projects.

The role involves preparing permit applications, reviewing reports, and coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies to ensure compliant outcomes. Strong communication and technical writing are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, chemistry or related science.
• 5+ years in environmental consulting focusing on air quality permitting and compliance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of EPA/TCEQ air regulations.
• Experience with emissions calculations and with PBRs and Title V.
• Experience coordinating with agencies and clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare air permit applications and permitting strategy with the Air Quality team.
• Review environmental reports and permits to guide regulatory compliance.
• Communicate technical information to project teams, clients, and agencies via reports and presentations.
• Assist clients with agency coordination, permit acquisition, and compliance.
• Manage time effectively to support multiple projects and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Client coordination

Emissions calculations

EPA/TCEQ rules understanding

Education

B.S./M.S. in Engineering, Chemistry, or related science

Job description

Your future begins here! BGE, Inc . is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.

In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Partners with BGE Air Quality team in the preparation of air permit applications (permitting strategy, project description, BACT and regulatory analyses) while working closely with the client to ensure the application and resultant permit meets the clients' needs.


• Reviews environmental reports, permits, applications and related materials to provide regulatory compliance guidance and strategies to clients to ensure they are conforming to all permits, rules, and regulations.


• Communicates scientific and technical information to the project team, client organizations and regulatory agencies through written reports and/or presentations using a careful blend of business and technical writing.


• Assists clients with agency coordination and permit acquisition and compliance.


• Manages time efficiently to support projects.


• Partners with other BGE staff in maintaining and developing client relationships.


• Engages with project teams across simultaneous assignments.

Job Requirements

• B.S./M.S. degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related science degree.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental consulting, focused on air quality permitting and compliance.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Demonstrated understanding of EPA/TCEQ air regulations.


• Experience with other state and local agencies is a plus.


• Understanding of refining, chemical, and other industrial process operations.


• Experience with PBRs and Title V.


• Experience with emissions calculations.


• Actively participate in local and regional trade associations.


• Ability to engage with client and regulatory agencies.


• Experience with client relationship building and articulating regulatory requirements.


• Effective time-management, written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.


• Aptitude to adapt environmental concepts, permit terms and conditions, and regulations across and between multiple industries, markets, and geographies.


• Articulate, with a professional presence, and solid decision-making skills.


• Ability to work effectively in team situations and establish strong relationships with other teams where overlap of client project work exists.


• Proficient with MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel).

Some of our Benefits:

• 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting


• Merit-Based Bonus Compensation


• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans


• 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays


• Personal Time Allowances


• 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.


• \"Unlimited\" Sick Days.


• Mentorship Program - Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.


• Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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