Clean Air Act Permit & Modeling Engineer

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

FSAs

401k plan

Profit sharing

EAP

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) seeks a highly qualified professional with strong management and communication skills and a solid background in Clean Air Act permitting.

The role focuses on air dispersion modeling analyses, drafting and reviewing permits, and guiding project teams through complex regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience with AERMOD/AERSCREEN, strong technical writing, and the ability to present findings to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Engineering, preferably civil, mechanical, chemical, or environmental.
• Solid knowledge of Clean Air Act laws and regulations as they pertain to permitting.
• Minimum of five years' experience completing, reviewing, and/or evaluating air dispersion modeling analyses.
• Proficiency in AERMOD, AERSCREEN, AERMET, AERSURFACE, and familiarity with EPA's Guideline on Air Quality Models.
• Experience with VISCREEN, CALPUFF, or other visibility models preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience implementing Clean Air Act regulations, including drafting or reviewing permits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to present findings to diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent time management, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform, review, and evaluate air dispersion modeling analyses using tools such as AERSCREEN and AERMOD, including applicability determinations and data selection.
• Draft Clean Air permits including minor source, Title V, PSD, and major nonattainment permits.
• Ensure drafted permits comply with SIP-approved rules, EPA regulations and policies.
• Review proposed permits from State and local agencies for conformity with regulations and policy.
• Draft and review control technology determinations, including BACT and LAER analyses.
• Review draft regulations to ensure conformance with EPA requirements.
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff.
• Manage multiple projects and small project teams simultaneously.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare clear, thorough technical documents and reports.

Skills

Air dispersion modeling analyses

Strong writing & communication skills

Time management

Project management

Present findings to stakeholders

Clean Air Act regulations familiarity

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Chemical/Environmental)

Tools

AERMOD

AERSCREEN

AERMET

AERSURFACE

VISCREEN

CALPUFF

Excel

Word

Job description

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) seeks a highly qualified professional with strong management and communication skills and a solid background in Clean Air Act permitting.

The role focuses on air dispersion modeling analyses, drafting and reviewing permits, and guiding project teams through complex regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience with AERMOD/AERSCREEN, strong technical writing, and the ability to present findings to diverse stakeholders.