Environmental Engineer

Edged; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Edged Data Centers seeks an experienced Environmental Engineer to lead air permitting and regulatory compliance for edge and large-scale data center projects in the United States. This role ensures adherence to state and federal requirements while keeping development timelines on track.

You will manage external consultants, oversee emission sources, and coordinate across project teams to maintain environmental excellence throughout the lifecycle of multiple sites.

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of environmental compliance experience
• Air permitting expertise (Title V, minor source, PSD/NSR familiarity a plus)
• Working knowledge of state and federal waste, water, and air regulations
• Field experience supporting operations and compliance
• Experience managing outside consultants or contractors on permitting deliverables

Responsibilities

• Manage air permitting processes for data center facilities, including permits for backup generators and related emission sources
• Prepare and submit permit applications to state and federal agencies; track through approval
• Lead environmental permitting for new site development from assessment to permit issuance
• Oversee third‑party consultants and contractors ensuring quality and on‑time submittals
• Ensure ongoing compliance with air, water, and waste regulations across project lifecycle
• Support field operations during construction to maintain environmental compliance
• Coordinate environmental compliance audits and corrective actions
• Coordinate wildlife, water, and waste management requirements for site development
• Interface with regulators, project managers, and contractors

Skills

Environmental compliance

Air permitting

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Field operations support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

Job description

About Edged Data Centers

Edged is a fast‑growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The company builds and operates a global network of ultra‑efficient, AI‑ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale, and build‑to‑suit customers. The highly differentiated infrastructure platform is the first large‑scale, global deployment of a waterless cooling platform‑wide and transforms data center growth into a catalyst for sustainable development. Edged is backed by a deep proprietary technology stack that will include renewable microgrid systems, ultra‑clean generators, and waste‑to‑fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment with more than a dozen new data centers operating or under construction across Europe and North America and a gigawatt‑scale project pipeline.

North American Division

The North American division of Edged is a joint venture between one of the largest private multinational corporations in the world and an affiliate of Endeavour. Endeavour is a purpose‑driven organization helping innovators to develop and launch breakthrough solutions for global challenges in the areas of energy, water, and waste. Endeavour companies are made up of passionate change‑makers who want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Today, Endeavour is deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and deliver both high financial returns and positive impact, including EV charging, waterless data center cooling, and advanced energy systems.

Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer to lead air permitting and environmental compliance for edge and large‑scale data center projects. This role combines regulatory permitting expertise with environmental compliance to keep development timelines on track while meeting all state and federal requirements for Edged Datacenters in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manage air permitting processes for data center facilities, including permits for backup generators, emergency engines, and related emission sources
• Prepare and submit permit applications to state and federal agencies; track through approval
• Lead environmental permitting for new site development, from initial site assessment through permit issuance
• Oversee and manage third‑party consultants and contractors performing permitting work, ensuring quality, accuracy, and on‑time submittals
• Ensure ongoing compliance with air, water, and waste regulations across project lifecycle
• Support field operations during construction and commissioning to maintain environmental compliance
• Support environmental compliance audits and manage corrective actions
• Coordinate wildlife, water, and waste management requirements as needed for site development
• Interface with regulators, project managers, and contractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of environmental compliance experience, ideally in energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure
• Demonstrated air permitting expertise (Title V, minor source, PSD/NSR familiarity a plus)
• Working knowledge of state and federal waste, water, and air regulations
• Field experience supporting operations and compliance
• Strong background in compliance auditing
• Experience managing outside consultants or contractors on permitting deliverables and environmental compliance
• Ability to manage multiple permits and deadlines across sites

Preferred

• Experience with generator/engine air permitting
• Multi‑state permitting experience
• Familiarity with data center or industrial facility development

EEO Statement

Edged is an equal opportunities employer. We believe in ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for all. We assess candidate qualifications and make recruiting decisions based on the experience, capabilities and skills you share with us in your application and applicable materials. Hiring and employment decisions within Edged are not based on religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Total Rewards Statement

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; PTO; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, location, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Great Place to Work

A fast‑paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
A flexible, autonomous work environment.
A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
Growth and travel opportunities.
A team of change‑makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.