Associate Scientist

SLR Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Full-time, permanent

Job summary

SLR Consulting (US) seeks an experienced Air Quality Engineer or Scientist to join the Houston team as part of the Air Quality Permitting and Compliance group. The role covers permitting, reporting, and client support across industries nationwide, with opportunities to engage the national technical team.

Requirements include a bachelor’s or master’s in engineering or environmental science and 7+ years in air quality consulting, with strong regulatory knowledge and excellent technical writing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry)
• 7+ years of progressive air quality consulting or related experience
• Strong understanding of Title V, PSD, GHG, NSPS/NESHAP regulations
• Experience maintaining compliance with air quality programs
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proven technical writing and reporting abilities

Responsibilities

• Support air quality permitting, compliance reporting, and field data collection under guidance of a Principal or Senior PM
• Collaborate with project teams to develop, review, and deliver permit applications and technical reports
• Mentor junior staff and foster skill development within the team
• Learn and apply compliance reporting software tools effectively
• Provide technical expertise on regulatory frameworks and investigative methods
• Assist clients in implementing air quality compliance programs
• Prepare proposals and present technical solutions to clients
• Build and maintain client relationships through high-quality work
• Travel for client meetings and project activities when needed

Skills

Air quality consulting

Regulatory knowledge

Technical writing

Project management

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering/Environmental Science

Tools

Regulatory reporting software

Job description

We are SLR Consulting (US), a 1000+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Air Quality Engineer or Scientist to join our expanding Air Quality Permitting and Compliance Team in Houston, Texas.

This full-time position offers a dynamic range of responsibilities, requiring adaptability and a broad skill set. It presents an exciting opportunity to contribute technical expertise to complex air quality permitting projects across industries such as oil & gas, mining, chemical, energy, and other industrial sectors across the United States.

As part of SLR’s collaborative environment, you’ll have frequent opportunities to engage with our national Air Quality technical team, sharing best practices and expanding your consulting capabilities. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through a rewarding career development path within our global, fast-growing environmental consulting organization.

Technical Experience Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, or a closely related scientific field
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in air quality consulting or related disciplines
• Strong understanding of State and Federal air quality regulations, including Title V, PSD, GHG and Emissions Inventory Reporting, NSPS, and NESHAP
• Proven experience supporting clients in maintaining compliance with applicable air quality programs and regulatory requirements
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and delivering high-quality work
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities
• Demonstrated experience solving environmental challenges, calculating air emissions, and interpreting complex regulations
• Strong technical writing skills, with a track record of producing comprehensive technical reports
• Experience engaging with State and Federal regulatory agencies
• Effective time management across multiple project tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel by air and car, including occasional overnight trips

Preferred Personal Attributes And Traits

• Logical and methodical approach to problem solving
• Strong attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and to mentor others
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively, including leading teams when needed
• Solid understanding of project budgets and deadlines
• Self-motivated with minimal need for oversight on routine tasks
• Proactive in identifying and taking on work assignments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to SLR and client-specific health, safety, and environmental policies including compliance with drug and alcohol requirements
• Support air quality permitting, compliance reporting, and field data collection activities under the guidance of a Principal or Senior Project Manager
• Collaborate with project team members to develop, review, and deliver permit applications and technical reports
• Mentor junior staff and foster skill development within the team
• Learn and apply compliance reporting software tools effectively
• Provide technical expertise on regulatory frameworks, engineering approaches and investigative method relevant to project work.
• Assist clients in implementing and managing air quality compliance programs
• Prepare proposals and present technical solutions to a diverse client base
• Build and maintain client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality technical work
• Participate in short-duration travel for client meetings and project-related activities

SLR Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be.

SLR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affinece Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status.

At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.

We are committed to these values, and our SLR Culture & Diversity Team works to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across our people and talent processes, operations, and client work around the world. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].