Air Quality Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

8 paid holidays per year

Sick, family and disability leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, seeks an entry-level Air Quality Scientist/Engineer to assist with air permitting and regulatory compliance for industrial clients.

As part of a team, you will conduct permitting evaluations and support field activities like sample collection and monitoring, while learning Federal and State air quality regulations.

A B.S. in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics plus strong communication and writing skills are required.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
• Willing to learn air quality regulations in permitting, PSD, non-attainment and Title V contexts.
• Excellent communication and writing skills; data management and spreadsheets proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Outstanding listening skills and attention to detail.
• Strong technical writing abilities.
• Experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• Experience building relationships with State/Federal agencies.
• Interest/experience with ESG projects.
• FE examination (EIT) completed if engineer.

Responsibilities

• Permitting applicability evaluations and construction permitting (minor source, NSR, PSD).
• Assist with state/federal operation permitting, compliance, NSPS/NESHAP applicability and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Data management

Spreadsheets

Multitasking

Listening

Technical writing

Industrial experience

Agency relationships

ESG projects

FE exam / EIT

Education

B.S. in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportationand infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team,you’lldiscover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

TRC is seeking a motivated entry-level Air Quality Scientist or Engineer with interest in gaining experience related to air emission compliance and permitting. This Air Quality Scientist position will focus on air permitting and air emission regulatory compliance for industrial clients.

As an Air Quality Engineer, you will be expected to conduct a portion of the technical work independently while also working with a team of professionals to deliver projects to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Work may include, but is not limited to, permitting applicability evaluations, construction permitting (minor source, new source review non-attainment and PSD), state and federal (Title V) operation permitting, state and federal permit compliance, and NSPS and NESHAP applicability review and compliance for a wide variety of industries.
• The position will at times support field work including collecting samples, performing monitoring, and collaborating with clients.

Qualifications

• A B.S. degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
• Willing to learn air quality engineering and regulations in a consulting, industrial, or agency setting in the following areas: minor source permitting, new source permitting (PSD and non-attainment), air emission control technology reviews, emissions inventory, and State and Title V permitting, and regulatory compliance evaluations. This position requires the ability to learn, understand, and apply Federal and State air quality regulations and policies and emerging regulatory programs.
• Excellent communication and writing skills are required, as are data management and interpretation skills and expertise in spreadsheets and word processing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Outstanding listening skills to capture pertinent information and strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate clients' needs.
• Effective technical writing skills.
• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Creating relationships with State and Federal agency personnel.
• Interest and/or experience with supporting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) projects.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination (EIT) if engineer.

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Benefits

TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation

In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation

Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr.