Air Quality Environmental Specialist - Entry Level

ckassociates; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ckassociates seeks a junior consultant for our Baton Rouge Air Quality Program. You will deliver permitting and compliance solutions, supporting project managers through data analysis, emission calculations, and regulatory interpretations.

The role involves office and fieldwork, including site visits to inventory emissions equipment and collect data for projects. Travel up to 10% and flexible scheduling may be required for project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or related field preferred.
• General knowledge of Water, Waste, and Air Quality compliance is helpful but not required.
• Strong math and computer skills including data analysis and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide permitting and compliance solutions for clients, supporting Project Managers.
• Conduct data analysis, emission rate calculations, and interpretation of federal/state regulations.
• Prepare technical reports and applications.
• Perform fieldwork at client sites and collect data for projects.
• Travel to project sites, approximately 10% of the time, including possible out-of-area trips.

Skills

Mathematics

Statistics

Computer modeling

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

MS or BS in Environmental Engineering / Chemical / related Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our Baton Rouge Air Quality Program is seeking a junior consultant to provide general Air Quality compliance services to our public, private, and industrial clients. Primary responsibilities will include delivering permitting and compliance solutions, in support of our Project Managers. The role will involve both office and fieldwork. Office work will include but is not limited to data analysis, emission rate calculations, application, and interpretation of federal and state regulatory requirements, and report preparation. Fieldwork will include visiting client sites to inventory emissions equipment and collect data for projects. Out-of-town travel may be required.

This position will provide various challenging projects and lead to opportunities for advancement in project management, technical report writing, and a career in consulting.

Qualifications

• MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or other related Engineering degree is preferred;
• General knowledge of Water, Waste, and Air Quality compliance issues is preferred but not required;
• Excellent mathematical and computer skills, (capacity for statistics and computer modeling);
• Skilled in using MS Office programs, with emphasis on spreadsheets;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Willingness to travel to project sites out of the area (approximately 10% travel);
• Flexible to work outside normal work schedule as needed;
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and maintain successful client relationships;
• Must be able to satisfy all Drug & Alcohol, Health & Safety, and Security requirements including obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card;
• This position requires the use of a company vehicle. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record, able to safely operate a full-size pickup truck; and
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment.