Environmental Compliance Engineer: Air Quality & Emissions

PROtect, LLC; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

ESOP

Paid time off

Professional development

Mentorship

Industry training

Job summary

PROtect is seeking an Environmental Engineer to support environmental compliance programs at large industrial facilities, including refineries, chemical plants, and oil & gas operations. The role involves LDAR, GHG tracking, BWON, and broader Clean Air Act compliance initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in emissions monitoring and regulatory management.

New graduates and early-career engineers will receive extensive field training, with ongoing exposure to database management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Chemical, environmental, mechanical or related discipline preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work in industrial environments and field settings.
• Active TWIC card or ability to obtain TWIC card.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve environmental compliance processes for refinery and industrial operations.
• Interpret and apply environmental permits, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Perform emissions calculations supporting permits, regulatory reporting, and risk assessments.
• Maintain environmental records and compliance documentation.
• Support communication with regulatory agencies, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Assist with implementation of new environmental regulations and compliance programs.
• Participate in regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Identify opportunities for environmental performance improvements.
• Monitor emerging environmental regulations and evaluate business impacts.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities with varying timelines.

Skills

Bachelor's in Engineering

TWIC card

Regulatory interpretation

Analytical thinking

Written/verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

PROtect is seeking an Environmental Engineer to support environmental compliance programs at large industrial facilities, including refineries, chemical plants, and oil & gas operations. The role involves LDAR, GHG tracking, BWON, and broader Clean Air Act compliance initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in emissions monitoring and regulatory management.

New graduates and early-career engineers will receive extensive field training, with ongoing exposure to database management,