Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance Engineering or Scientist

Overview

Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Join ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, and help shape the future of environmental compliance for technology, media & telecom, manufacturing, and power sectors. If you thrive on solving complex regulatory challenges and want to work alongside global experts, this is your opportunity.

Air quality compliance is critical for businesses navigating evolving environmental regulations. As a Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance in Engineering or Scientist in Irvine, CA, you’ll be the trusted advisor helping clients achieve compliance, reduce risk, and meet sustainability goals, while contributing to ERM’s mission of shaping a cleaner, safer future.

• Drive air quality compliance strategies for diverse industrial clients across California and nationwide.
• Interact with local regulators and clients to steward permit application review and issuance.
• Support multi-disciplinary permitting and compliance programs that influence major business decisions.
• Collaborate with ERM’s global network of experts to deliver innovative solutions and best practices.
• Build strong client relationships that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships.

• Required:
• Bachelors in engineering (chemical, environmental, civil engineering), environmental science, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal air programs (Title V, RECLAIM facilities).
• Direct consulting or industry experience in the environmental field with working regulatory knowledge of local air districts (SCAQMD and other local air districts), state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM facilities.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance documents.
• Strong MS Office computer skills, with advanced PowerPoint and Excel required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to clients as needed.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work with colleagues around the world.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude; motivated to deliver outstanding client service and grow the business.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with technical writing experience.
• Organized and self-driven with strong time management.
• Collaborative team player with a positive, client-focused attitude and a passion for growth.
• Driver's License: valid license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel to client locations across a large geographic area.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Preferred:
• Experience with agencies such as California County Air Quality agencies, California DEQ, and other Southwest regulators.
• Strong technical skills in emissions inventory, permitting, and compliance evaluations; familiarity with pollution controls and equipment systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of water, wastewater, and waste programs is a plus.
• Field experience with air compliance monitoring, assessments, and permitting; experience with stormwater inspections, technical writing, SWPPP updates, HMBP prep, or wastewater permit applications is a plus.
• Ability to interpret environmental regulations and guidance documents.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with solid computational skills.
• Proven success managing projects and building lasting client relationships.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially PowerPoint and Excel.

• Prepare emission inventories, permit applications, and compliance reports.
• Conduct regulatory applicability evaluations and implement compliance management systems.
• Perform fieldwork, including air compliance assessments and multi-media inspections.
• Liaise with regulators and clients to ensure timely permit approvals.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence across all projects.

Compensation:
For the Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance in Engineering or Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $76,000 -…