Air Quality Environmental Specialist - Entry Level

CK Associates, LLC; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Associates, LLC in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking an Entry Level Air Quality Environmental Specialist to support permitting and compliance for industrial clients across the region.

The role combines office work—data analysis, emission rate calculations, permit applications, and regulatory interpretation—with field visits to client sites.

A degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field, good math and computer skills, and solid communication are essential.

Qualifications

• MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or related Engineering degree preferred.
• General knowledge of Water, Waste, and Air Quality compliance issues preferred but not required.
• Excellent mathematical and computer skills, with capacity for statistics and computer modeling.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis, emission rate calculations, permit applications, 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.
• Will involve out-of-town travel as needed (approximately 10%).
• This position will provide opportunities for advancement in project management and technical report writing.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Willingness to travel

Adaptability

Education

MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or related Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Spreadsheets

Job description

CK Associates (CK) is an employee-owned, multimedia environmental consulting firm that has beenserving the needs of industry across the United States since 1981. Our actions are driven by twoclear principles: working in the best interest of our clients, and investing in the development of ourtechnical staff members. We strongly believe that these two standards are interdependent; guidingus to attract and retain the talent required to best meet the environmental needs of our clients.

Our offices are located in Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, and The Woodlands, TX. CK's professional services include air, water and waste permitting, and compliance; ecological investigations; and risk assessment and remediation.

Our primary focus is providing environmental consulting services to oil and gas, manufacturing, andpower companies to ensure compliance with air, water and waste regulations. With forty yearsof service to these industries, our firm continues to grow.

Air Quality Environmental Specialist - Entry Level

Our Lake Charles 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.