What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Quality Engineer / Scientist position at GZA?
GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is currently seeking an Air Quality Engineer / Scientist to support our Air Quality and Environmental Compliance Practice in our Livonia, MI office. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with a professional attitude and a solid educational background.
As an Air Quality Engineer / Scientist, you will work on a fast-paced team of Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and Principals. Our close-knit culture at GZA will allow you to grow professionally. You will be mentored by seasoned professionals, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare emissions calculations for a variety of industrial, energy, and institutional emissions sources
- Conduct ambient air quality impact analyses using USEPA’s AERMOD air dispersion modeling system
- Prepare applications for air quality permits
- Conduct air permit applicability reviews
- Prepare emissions inventories and compliance certifications
- Create Excel-based tools for demonstrating compliance with emissions-related regulatory requirements
- Track regulatory changes related to air permitting
- Perform field monitoring for air contaminants and noise
- Oversee stack testing conducted by third parties
- Conduct on-site inspections of industrial facilities to evaluate compliance with air permitting and other air quality-related requirements
- Assessment and assistance in selection of air pollution control technologies
- GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, or related engineering or scientific discipline (master’s degree a plus)
- Engineer-In-Training Certification (if applicable)
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical capabilities
- Ability to apply science and engineering concepts, practices, and technologies to assist in resolving environmental challenges
- Ability to follow directions, and work independently or in a team setting
- Effective communication skills, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office suite
Offerings:
- Professional development and enrichment.
- Exciting, collaborative, and flexible work environment.
- Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401K retirement plan.
- Longstanding commitment to technical excellence.
About GZA:
GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.