Air Quality Engineer — Lead Compliance & Modeling

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an experienced Air Quality Engineer to lead permitting projects and advise clients on regulatory compliance and emission controls.

You will perform dispersion modeling, develop strategies for air quality improvements, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality environmental solutions. PE license or path to licensure within six months is expected; 10+ years in the field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within six months.
• 10+ years of experience in air quality permitting and compliance in consulting, industrial, or regulatory settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage air quality permitting projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct air quality assessments and emission inventories for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and review air permit applications with regulatory adherence.
• Interface with regulatory agencies to advocate for clients’ interests.
• Provide guidance on air quality strategies and perform dispersion modeling and risk assessments.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Air dispersion modeling

Technical writing

Project budgeting

Proposal pricing

Client relationships

Project management

Communication

Environmental consulting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AERMOD

CALPUFF

MOVES

Job description

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an experienced Air Quality Engineer to lead permitting projects and advise clients on regulatory compliance and emission controls.

You will perform dispersion modeling, develop strategies for air quality improvements, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality environmental solutions. PE license or path to licensure within six months is expected; 10+ years in the field is preferred.