Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Air Quality Analyst

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Environmental Science, engineering, atmospheric sciences, physics, chemistry, data science, or related field
  • 2-9 years of environmental consulting experience focusing on air quality permitting
  • Certification as a Certified Permitting Professional (CPP) is advantageous
  • Experience with data centers and power production
  • Strong knowledge of environmental laws and standards, including the Clean Air Act and CEQA
  • Proficient in GIS/ArcView software

Responsibilities

  • Assist in conducting air quality impact assessments and dispersion modeling
  • Perform regulatory analyses to support permitting projects across California and nationwide
  • Prepare technical reports and environmental impact assessments
  • Conduct health risk assessments and greenhouse gas analyses
  • Participate in field studies and collect data related to air quality
  • Conduct compliance audits for air pollutants and hazardous materials
  • Perform emission calculations for industrial processes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse environmental projects with industrial and municipal clients
  • Access to advanced modeling tools and software
  • Collaborative team environment with a focus on professional development
  • Engagement in hands-on field work and data collection activities
  • Exposure to compliance and regulatory processes in California and beyond
Full Job Description
Overview

Kimley-Horn's DT Los Angeles, CA office is seeking an Air Quality Professional with 2-9 years of experience specializing in air quality permitting to join our environmental team. The successful candidates will assist in various projects, assisting industrial and municipal clients with their permitting, compliance, and planning needs.

Responsibilities
  • Technical Support:
    • Assist in conducting air quality impact assessments, analyses, and dispersion modeling.
    • Perform regulatory and technical analyses in support of permitting project in California and throughout the USA.
    • Familiar with modeling tools and software including CalEEMod, EMFAC, OFFROAD, CALINE4, AERMOD, CAL3QHCR, ISCST3, AERSCREEN, SCREEN3, and GIS.
  • Report Preparation:
    • Prepare technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and documentation.
    • Conduct air quality impact analyses, health risk assessments, and greenhouse gas analyses.
    • Assist with the preparation of permit applications and compliance documentation.
  • Field Work:
    • Participate in field studies and data collection activities related to air quality.
    • Participate in compliance audits for environmental topics including air pollutants, toxics, hazardous materials, etc.
  • Data Analysis:
    • Perform emission calculations for various industrial processes.
    • Understanding design documents and engineering drawings.
    • Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other relevant software for environmental analysis.
Qualifications
  • Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Environmental Science, engineering (environmental, chemical, mechanical, civil), atmospheric sciences, physics, chemistry, data science or related field
  • 2-9 years of experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on air quality permitting
  • Certified Permitting Professional (CPP) a plus
  • Experience with data centers and power production
  • Strong understanding of environmental laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., Clean Air Act, CEQA).
  • Strong writing/verbal skills
  • Working knowledge of GIS/ArcView
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
  • Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
  • Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
  • Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
  • Ability to work independently and as a team

Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000

About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
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