Pole Star Technical Services
Polestar Technical Services, Inc. is seeking talented and dedicated individuals to join our team as an Air Quality and Environmental Engineering/Scientist. Our desired candidate will have non-radioactive air emissions technical experience.
Since 1992, Polestar has been helping our clients achieve success. We are a team of great people, doing great work and applying our collective talents to make a contribution every day. Our passion is to provide technical solutions to reduce environmental risk, safely accelerate progress and reduce long-term costs for our Department of Energy (DOE) and commercial nuclear industry clients.
Polestar provides a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid holidays, generous paid time off and 401(k) with company matching.
Role and Responsibilities This position will provide non-radioactive air emissions technical support including emission permitting, modeling, quality, and compliance to a variety of projects. This position interacts with other engineers, managers, DOE and regulatory oversight agencies (EPA, Washington State Department of Ecology and Washington State Department of Health). In this role the following activities will be performed:
Analyze and interpret data from air quality monitoring and observation
Conduct research on air pollutant emissions and the types of pollutants in different areas
Develop air quality management plans and policies
Prepare technical reports, documents, and presentations on air quality
Ensure compliance with air quality regulations and standards
Coordinate with environmental scientists, planners, hazardous waste technicians, engineers, and other specialists
Evaluate the effectiveness of air quality management plans and make necessary revisions
Advise government officials, businesses, or other groups on air quality issues, including regulatory compliance
Recommend solutions to reduce air pollution, such as changes in technology, processes, or materials
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
S. in Environmental Science, Engineering or relevant field with at least five years of work experience
Minimum of 3 years related to air quality regulations interpretation and implementation, permitting, modeling and reporting
Proven experience as an Air Quality Specialist or similar role
Experience in air dispersion modeling and meteorology
Experience calculating and analyzing emission estimates and source parameters for development of emission scenarios and regulatory compliance
Experience originating and checking engineering calculations
Deep understanding of air quality monitoring and control techniques
Knowledge of local, state, and federal air quality regulations
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to prepare and present detailed reports
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office software suite
Strong interpersonal skills and well-demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, including verification of employment and education
Must be a United States citizen
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience supporting the DOE or the state of Washington on Air Quality activities
Experience with air dispersion modeling software (i.e., CAP88, AERMOD, and CALPUFF)
Professional Engineering license
Certificate of Completion for Plume Evaluation Training
Asbestos Hazards Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Building Inspector certification
40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification
Certificate of Competency for Incinerator Operations
Formal training in air dispersion modeling
Experience with chemical waste management
Moderate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Work Location Work will be performed at the client site as well as from the Polestar office. Remote work may be coordinated up to one day per week.
Additional Notes All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identify, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
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Since 1992, Polestar has been helping our clients achieve success. We are a team of great people, doing great work and applying our collective talents to make a contribution every day. Our passion is to provide technical solutions to reduce environmental risk, safely accelerate progress and reduce long-term costs for our Department of Energy (DOE) and commercial nuclear industry clients.
Polestar provides a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid holidays, generous paid time off and 401(k) with company matching.
Role and Responsibilities This position will provide non-radioactive air emissions technical support including emission permitting, modeling, quality, and compliance to a variety of projects. This position interacts with other engineers, managers, DOE and regulatory oversight agencies (EPA, Washington State Department of Ecology and Washington State Department of Health). In this role the following activities will be performed:
Analyze and interpret data from air quality monitoring and observation
Conduct research on air pollutant emissions and the types of pollutants in different areas
Develop air quality management plans and policies
Prepare technical reports, documents, and presentations on air quality
Ensure compliance with air quality regulations and standards
Coordinate with environmental scientists, planners, hazardous waste technicians, engineers, and other specialists
Evaluate the effectiveness of air quality management plans and make necessary revisions
Advise government officials, businesses, or other groups on air quality issues, including regulatory compliance
Recommend solutions to reduce air pollution, such as changes in technology, processes, or materials
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
S. in Environmental Science, Engineering or relevant field with at least five years of work experience
Minimum of 3 years related to air quality regulations interpretation and implementation, permitting, modeling and reporting
Proven experience as an Air Quality Specialist or similar role
Experience in air dispersion modeling and meteorology
Experience calculating and analyzing emission estimates and source parameters for development of emission scenarios and regulatory compliance
Experience originating and checking engineering calculations
Deep understanding of air quality monitoring and control techniques
Knowledge of local, state, and federal air quality regulations
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to prepare and present detailed reports
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office software suite
Strong interpersonal skills and well-demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, including verification of employment and education
Must be a United States citizen
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience supporting the DOE or the state of Washington on Air Quality activities
Experience with air dispersion modeling software (i.e., CAP88, AERMOD, and CALPUFF)
Professional Engineering license
Certificate of Completion for Plume Evaluation Training
Asbestos Hazards Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Building Inspector certification
40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification
Certificate of Competency for Incinerator Operations
Formal training in air dispersion modeling
Experience with chemical waste management
Moderate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Work Location Work will be performed at the client site as well as from the Polestar office. Remote work may be coordinated up to one day per week.
Additional Notes All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identify, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
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