Hanson Values
Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation
If you are seeking a dynamic firm that fosters innovative thinking and promotes professional growth while prioritizing sustainability, a career at Hanson is the perfect fit for you. We focus on client success and community-driven partnerships that greatly impact our environment.
A Day in the Life of an Air Quality Compliance Engineer at Hanson
In this role, you will:
- Lead and manage air quality permitting projects, ensuring successful execution while collaborating with diverse multidisciplinary teams.
- Conduct thorough air quality assessments and emission inventories to confirm compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Prepare and review air permit applications, guaranteeing precision, completeness, and adherence to standards.
- Interface with regulatory agencies, championing clients' interests during permit negotiation and approval processes.
- Offer technical guidance to clients on air quality compliance strategies, emission control technologies, and best practices, including conducting air dispersion modeling and risk assessments.
- Keep abreast of evolving air quality regulations, industry trends, and technological advancements, converting this knowledge into actionable insights for clients.
- Mentor and train junior staff, enhancing their professional development and team capabilities.
- Engage in business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate air quality considerations into wider environmental initiatives.
- Undertake other duties as necessary.
What We're Looking For
We believe the following qualifications would set you up for success in this position:
- In-depth knowledge of federal and state air quality regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act) and air permitting processes.
- Experience with air dispersion modeling software such as AERMOD, CALPUFF, and EPA tools like MOVES.
- Strong technical writing skills with the ability to produce accurate, well-organized, and regulatory-compliant documents.
- Understanding of project budgeting, financial tracking, and revenue recognition.
- Ability to scope and price professional services and contribute to project proposals.
- Effective at leading project meetings and communicating complex regulatory topics to varied stakeholders.
- Proven experience in developing client relationships and contributing to business development strategies.
- Commitment to quality control, project delivery standards, and continuous learning.
- Collaborative problem-solving skills; comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
- Passionate about impactful environmental work across diverse project types and clients.
- Project management experience, capable of leading multiple projects at once.
- Experience with emission control technologies and conducting air quality risk assessments is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical audiences.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within six months.
- 10+ years of experience in air quality permitting and compliance within consulting, industrial, or regulatory environments.
Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year. The salary offered will be based on years of experience.
Benefits
We prioritize our people and offer a comprehensive benefits program to help you establish a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness plans
- Work-life balance programs
For more information, please refer to our benefits page.
Culture
We understand that selecting a job encompasses more than just daily tasks; it's essential to feel a sense of belonging and safety to grow and advance in your career. At Hanson, you will find an inclusive and diverse workforce ready to connect with you, along with numerous opportunities for career cultivation, such as:
- Monthly educational webinars
- Leadership training
- Lunch & learn development sessions
- 24/7 access to various skill-building courses
- Mentorship opportunities
- Award-winning internship program
- Employee recognition
- And much more!
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