Associate Scientist

About this role

We are SLR Consulting (US), a   1000 + coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.    

We are   seeking   a skilled and experienced   Air Quality Engineer or Scientist  to join our expanding  Air Quality Permitting and Compliance Team in Houston, Texas .

  This  full-time   position offers a dynamic range of responsibilities, requiring adaptability and a broad skill set. It presents an exciting opportunity to contribute technical   expertise   to complex air quality permitting projects across industries such as   oil & gas, mining, chemical, energy, and other industrial sectors across the United States.     As part of SLR’s collaborative environment,   you’ll   have frequent opportunities to engage with our national Air Quality technical team, sharing best practices and expanding your consulting capabilities. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through a rewarding career development path within our   global, fast-growing environmental consulting organization.   

Technical Experience Required:   

• Bachelor’s or   Master’s degree in Engineering , Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, or a closely related scientific field  

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in air quality consulting or related disciplines  

• Strong understanding of State and Federal air quality regulations, including Title V, PSD, GHG and Emissions Inventory Reporting, NSPS, and NESHAP  

• Proven experience supporting clients in   maintaining   compliance with applicable air quality programs and regulatory requirements ​  

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, managing   multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and delivering high-quality work  

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities  

• Demonstrated experience solving environmental challenges,   calculating air emissions, and interpreting complex regulations  

• Strong technical writing skills, with   a track record   of producing   comprehensive technical reports  

• Experience engaging with State and Federal regulatory agencies  

• Effective time management across multiple project tasks  

• Proficiency   in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) ​  

• Possess a valid driver’s license  

• Willingness to travel by air and car, including occasional overnight trips    

Preferred Personal Attributes and Traits:  

• Logical and methodical approach to problem solving  

• Strong attention to detail  

• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and to mentor others  

• Capable of working independently and collaboratively, including leading teams when needed  

• Solid understanding of project budgets and deadlines  

• Self-motivated with minimal need for oversight on routine tasks  

• Proactive in   identifying   and taking on work assignments  

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills to build   and   maintain   strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors    

Key Responsibilities:  

• Adhere to SLR and client-specific health, safety, and environmental   policies including compliance with drug and alcohol requirements  

• Support air quality permitting, compliance reporting, and field data   collection activities under the guidance of a Principal or Senior Project Manager  

• Collaborate with project team members to develop, review, and de-   liver permit applications and technical reports  

• Mentor junior staff and foster skill development within the team  

• Learn and apply compliance reporting software tools effectively  

• Provide technical   expertise   on regulatory frameworks, engineering   approaches   and investigative   method   relevant to project work.  

• Assist   clients in implementing and managing air quality compliance programs  

• Prepare proposals and present technical solutions to a diverse client base  

• Build and   maintain   client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality technical work  

• Participate in short-duration travel for client meetings and project-related activities    

SLR Benefits:  

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance,   short & long term   disability insurance, and employee   assistance   program.  

• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement    

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be.     SLR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status.     At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.     We are committed to these values, and our SLR Culture & Diversity Team works to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across our people and talent processes, operations, and client work around the world. If you have a disability and need reasonable   accommodations   at any point in the application or interview process, please contact us at careers-us@slrconsulting.com.

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