Greenhouse Gas Emissions Engineer — Climate Policy Innovator

Washington State Department of Ecology; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

In-office one day per week

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring two Greenhouse Gas Emissions Engineers (Environmental Engineer 2) in Lacey, WA, under the Climate Pollution Reduction Program. The roles involve reviewing emissions data, applying engineering principles, and guiding regulated facilities through reporting requirements with mentoring support from senior engineers.

These positions offer telework with a minimum in-office presence one day per week, typically Tuesday, and a commitment to growth

Qualifications

• Greenhouse Gases and climate concepts with emissions calculations experience.
• Engineering analyses and verification of environmental data.
• Interpret federal/state greenhouse gas rules and regulations.
• Evaluate data, identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions.
• Build relationships with electric power entities, fuel suppliers, facilities.
• Guide regulated entities through greenhouse gas reporting requirements.
• Prepare clear engineering documentation and use reporting tools.
• Organize tasks, maintain documentation, meet deadlines.
• Communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Engineer-in-Training credential or related education as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Review emissions report submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Apply engineering knowledge to calculate and review report submissions.
• Conduct analyses and review protocols for the greenhouse gas program.
• Maintain relationships and communicate with entities and interested parties.
• Conduct environmental inspections and engineering reviews of equipment.
• Identify complex issues in electricity and fuel markets.
• Develop reporting tools, guidance documents, and training for regulated sectors.
• Assist with rulemakings for electricity, natural gas, and fuel sectors.

Skills

GHG concepts

Engineering analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Analytical problem solving

Sector relationship development

Technical assistance

Documentation

Project management

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Engineering degree or EIT

Job description

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring two Greenhouse Gas Emissions Engineers (Environmental Engineer 2) in Lacey, WA, under the Climate Pollution Reduction Program. The roles involve reviewing emissions data, applying engineering principles, and guiding regulated facilities through reporting requirements with mentoring support from senior engineers.

These positions offer telework with a minimum in-office presence one day per week, typically Tuesday, and a commitment to growth