Lead Air Dispersion Modeler

We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced and motivated Air Dispersion Modeler to join our Air Quality Management Services Practice in a remote/work from home capacity. The successful candidate will lead emissions and air quality modeling and environmental data analysis projects and support the continued growth of our Practice.

Today’s businesses are facing the most comprehensive and complicated suite of environmental regulations on record. At EDGE, we provide our clients the insight and expertise to achieve their business objectives amidst this complex landscape. We stand apart from other consulting firms by putting the client’s needs at the forefront of everything we do, delivering innovative and responsive solutions across multiple practice areas.

• Lead air quality impact analysis projects including input data collection, managing interaction with Project Managers and clients, directing junior team members on specific tasks, interpretation of results, and providing technical guidance for successful completion of the projects.
• Lead air quality impact analysis using USEPA’s air dispersion models such as AERMOD and CALPUFF and associated pre-processors and post-processors software.
• Visualize, analyze, and interpret model data and other environmental datasets as necessary to meet project objectives.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate results to project teams and clients, as required.
• Mentor junior team members in developing understanding of air dispersion modeling techniques.
• Contribute to EDGE’s visibility by actively participating in professional organizations and making presentations in technical conferences.

• A strong interest in air quality impact analysis
• A bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, environmental sciences, or engineering. Advanced degrees are preferred.
• Experience in air quality modeling projects using AERMOD. Experience using CALPUFF is preferred.
• Strong technical and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to grow through on-the-job internal and external training.
• 7 years + related air quality impact analysis experience.

• Knowledge of atmospheric processes related to air quality and impact analysis.
• Experience in data analysis.
• Experience in mobile source activity analysis (e.g., travel activity modeling), emissions modeling (e.g., using EPA MOVES), or similar transportation-related air quality analysis.

• Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Employer matched 401(k) plan.
• Annual performance bonus program.
• Student loan repayment assistance after 12 months of employment for employees who graduated within 6 years of start date.
• Competitive maternity leave.

Job Type: Full-time