GHG Emissions Engineer for Climate Policy & Audits

State of Washington; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington Department of Ecology seeks two Greenhouse Gas Emissions Engineers (Environmental Engineer 2) to verify emissions data under the Climate Commitment Act. You will review submissions from electric power entities, natural gas, and industrial facilities, applying engineering principles to ensure accuracy and reliability.

You will interact with regulated facilities, mentor colleagues, and contribute to guidance, tools, and training for reporting; hybrid schedule with in-office

Qualifications

• Knowledge of greenhouse gases and climate change science; experience with emissions calculations or energy accounting.
• Ability to conduct engineering analyses and verify environmental data.
• Ability to interpret federal/state greenhouse gas rules and related regulations.
• Ability to evaluate data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to build relationships with electric power entities, fuel suppliers, and facilities.
• Ability to guide regulated entities through reporting requirements and platforms.
• Ability to prepare engineering documentation and use calculators for emissions metrics.
• Competence in organizing tasks and meeting deadlines for verification work.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review emissions submissions from electric power entities, natural gas and other fuels, and industrial facilities for accuracy.
• Apply engineering knowledge to calculate and review report submissions.
• Analyze and review protocols, policies, and guidance for the reporting program.
• Maintain communications with reporting entities and interested parties with proactive information.
• Conduct environmental inspections and engineering reviews of equipment and procedures.
• Identify complex issues in electricity and fuel markets.
• Develop reporting tools, guidance, and training for regulated sectors.
• Assist with rulemakings pertaining to electricity, natural gas, and fuel supply sectors.

Skills

Greenhouse Gas concepts

Engineering analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Analytical problem solving

Sector relationships

Technical assistance

Engineering documentation

Work management

Multi-party communication

Education

Engineer-in-Training Credential

Job description

State of Washington Department of Ecology seeks two Greenhouse Gas Emissions Engineers (Environmental Engineer 2) to verify emissions data under the Climate Commitment Act. You will review submissions from electric power entities, natural gas, and industrial facilities, applying engineering principles to ensure accuracy and reliability.

You will interact with regulated facilities, mentor colleagues, and contribute to guidance, tools, and training for reporting; hybrid schedule with in-office