Environmental Engineer/ScientistLocation: SouthwestState/Territory:Department: Air Quality & Related Env I DeptDescriptionEnvironmental Engineer/ScientistPOWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Engineer/Scientist to join a team of environmental consulting professionals that assists our power generation sector clients in air quality permitting and maintaining compliance with state and federal air quality/environmental regulations. This position is based in the Austin, Texas office and is open to remote work for applicants with experience in Texas. The employee may travel to various POWER offices for periodic meetingsRoles and Responsibilities
Assists power generation sector clients in determining federal and state air quality regulatory applicability and develops strategies and systems for compliance
Preparing applications for initial pre-construction air quality permits and for air quality permit renewals, amendments, and alterations for submission to state and federal agencies
Performing air quality and other environmental regulatory compliance tasks, including preparation of periodic reports such as emissions inventories, hazardous chemical inventory reports, and others.
Assisting clients with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability reporting
Advocates for POWER’s clients, keeping them informed of pertinent regulatory matters and other issues that impact their business
Defining data requirements, gathering and validating information for emission calculations
Contributing to ambient air quality impacts analyses utilizing dispersion models (such as AERMOD, SCREEN3, and AERSCREEN) for the purpose of supporting air permitting projects
Utilizing software for emissions estimation, regulatory compliance management, and/or assessment of air quality impacts
Various aspects of project management, including managing projects and tasks; preparing proposals; coordinating with other staff to prepare and distribute invoices; managing complex project tasks in support of large projects; liaising with clients and other POWER staff; and, developing business on a continuous basis to support the department and company’s financial goals.
Develops business for POWER by networking with potential clients and participating in professional trade associations by attending conferences, tradeshows, and webinars
Advocates for POWER’s clients, keeping them informed of pertinent regulatory matters and other issues that impact their business
Supports business development activities by helping to develop internal marketing materials and contributes technical articles to POWER publications
Communicating scientific and technical information through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, and conferences
Participates in public meetings and hearings on behalf of clients
Performs and ensures QA/QC of technical work
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Meteorology, or related science field
Three (3) to eight (8) years of relevant air quality permitting and compliance experience, with direct experience permitting power generation facilities
Excellent communication skills including report writing, oral presentations, and direct verbal communication
Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Availability to travel to client sites periodically
Valid driver's license
Desired Education/Experience
Master's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering or a related science field
PE certification
Prior environmental consulting experience
Client management experience
Familiarity with calculations, compliance, and regulatory compliance management software for the assessment of air quality emissions and impacts
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives with the opportunity to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender-Affirming Care
POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us! EOE, including disability/vets #LI-DC1
