Air Quality Lead: Permitting, Modeling & Client Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well‑being plan

Financial wellness plans

Work‑life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Air Quality Engineer to lead permitting projects and provide regulatory guidance. You will conduct emissions inventories, prepare permit applications, and interface with regulatory agencies to secure approvals.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and contributing to business development while delivering high‑quality air quality solutions for diverse clients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage air quality permitting projects to ensure successful project execution with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct comprehensive air quality assessments and emission inventories to determine project compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare and review air permit applications, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and regulatory adherence.
• Interface with regulatory agencies and advocate for clients’ interests during permit negotiations and approvals.
• Provide technical guidance on air quality compliance strategies, emission control technologies, and best practices; perform air dispersion modeling and risk assessments.

Skills

Air quality regulations

Air dispersion modeling

Technical writing

Budgeting & revenue recognition

Project management

Client relationships

Quality control

Communication

Team leadership

Environmental regulations

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AERMOD

CALPUFF

MOVES

Job description

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Air Quality Engineer to lead permitting projects and provide regulatory guidance. You will conduct emissions inventories, prepare permit applications, and interface with regulatory agencies to secure approvals.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and contributing to business development while delivering high‑quality air quality solutions for diverse clients.