Clean Air Act Engineer

Overview

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers.

The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Draft Clean Air permits, including minor source, Title V, PSD, and major nonattainment permits
• Ensure drafted permits comply with SIP-approved rules, EPA regulations and policies, and applicable statutes
• Review proposed permits from State and local agencies for conformity with regulations and policy, including applicability determinations, potential to emit, monitoring requirements, and control technologies
• Draft and review control technology determinations, including BACT and LAER analyses
• Review draft regulations to ensure conformance with EPA requirements
• Research alternative approaches to compliance with EPA regulations based on similar State rules
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff
• Manage multiple projects and small project teams simultaneously
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders
• Prepare clear, thorough technical documents and reports

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, preferably Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental
• Solid knowledge of Clean Air Act laws and regulations as they pertain to permitting
• Minimum of five years of experience implementing Clean Air Act regulations, including drafting and/or reviewing permits or permit applications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to present project findings effectively to a variety of stakeholders, both orally and in writing
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and deliver high-quality, client-ready work

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401(k) plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11–20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at  or call (781) 674‑7293.