Tetra Tech · 1 day ago
Air Quality Engineer/Scientist (Landfill or RNG experience) - Farmington Hills, MI
Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expTetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, and they are seeking an Air Quality Engineer/Scientist to join their Air Compliance Team. The role involves providing air quality services for solid waste and industrial clients, navigating complex regulations, and assisting project managers with compliance and reporting tasks.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Read and understand federal, state and local air quality regulations
Routine review and compilation of monitoring data and evaluate for compliance with conditions of the facility’s Title V Air
Permit and standard operating procedures
Perform routine emission calculations and/or other types of calculations as required by a facility’s Title V Air Permit
Prepare greenhouse gas, monthly or more frequent deviation notices, semi-annual and annual compliance reports
Prepare plans required by the Title V Air Permit and state and federal regulations
Prepare requests that address alternatives to permit conditions and federal and state regulations
Assist project manager and client with addressing state regulators concerns and responses to requests and permit applications
Work with client operation and maintenance staff on maintaining compliance
Assist in preparation of construction and operation air permit applications
Collect samples and ship to laboratory for testing and prepare follow up reports, as necessary
Assist with performance testing of control devices
Perform evaluations of gas collection and control systems to improve operation and/or compliance
Perform quarterly methane surface monitoring for landfills
Work at landfills, hazardous waste sites, contaminated sites, and/or other sites where heavy equipment, contamination, or other health hazards may exist
Train with experienced staff on landfill wellfield tuning activities
Assist in proposal efforts as directed
Assist project manager with notifying clients of compliance status, as directed
Implement safe work practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related discipline and 0 to 5 years' experience in a related or similar field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Good communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Competency in technical writing including ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Ability to perform scientific calculations
Team oriented
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, email, and other software as necessary to perform job functions
Must obtain/maintain OSHA, HAZWOPER certification per company policy and job duties
Must have a valid driver's license
Work environment may be indoors, or outdoors for field assignments (in various climatic conditions)
The noise level in the work environment may vary based on the assignment
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, or sit based on the assignment
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Physical clearance to wear PPE is required
An annual medical exam may be necessary based on the work assignment
Preferred
Landfill design experience or RNG experience preferred
Progress toward or professional registration or certification is preferred
Knowledge of data management and GIS software a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
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