Principal Air Quality Engineer

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We are SLR Consulting (US), a 500+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new Principal Air Quality Engineer
, you will play a key role on our air quality team. We are a trailblazer in air quality and emissions management, driving transformative changes at the nexus of science, industry, and sustainability. Our mission? Empowering clients to advance their projects effectively using our collective expertise.

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject‑matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long run, and if you ask our team, they’ll tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long‑term disability insurance, and employee assistance program
• The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Spearhead ambient air quality monitoring programs and/or advanced emissions testing projects
• Design and implement innovative analytical methodologies, air monitoring programs and set industry benchmarks
• Analyze complex environmental datasets to provide actionable insights for clients
• Utilize knowledge of ambient analyzers, emission sampling techniques and meteorological instrumentation to successfully complete projects
• Navigate federal and state requirements for ambient monitoring particularly in TX, CO, WI, PA, NY MA, MI, LA
• Prepare and present findings to various audiences such as regulatory agencies, trade conferences and clients

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in air quality monitoring and emissions management
• Forge and nurture strategic partnerships with industrial clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and seek opportunities for business growth
• Develop and present compelling proposals that align with client needs and organizational goals

• Leverage your industrial experience to align technical solutions with real‑world applications
• Provide expert guidance on regulatory compliance and emissions reduction strategies tailored to industrial clients
• Promote health and safety culture within varied sectors, from oil and gas, mining, utilities and manufacturing

• Drive the creation and launch of innovative services and offerings in the air quality sector
• Stay ahead of market trends, identifying emerging technologies and opportunities for growth
• Cultivate a culture of improvement within the team, inspiring new ideas and approaches

• Mentor junior staff, fostering their technical and professional growth
• Take ownership and responsibility for projects, specifically with respect to resource allocation, meeting deadlines, budgets, and deliverable expectations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful, client‑focused solutions
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, sharing insights and building brand recognition

• A seasoned scientist or engineer with 15+ years of experience in air quality monitoring, emissions testing, or a related field
• Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or closely related scientific or engineering field
• Proven experience in industrial environments, with…