Air Quality Scientist/ Engineer (Dispersion Modelling)

SLR Consulting

$85K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, environmental science, environmental engineering, geography, or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in air quality consulting, dispersion modelling, or a closely related field.
  • Practical experience with CALPUFF dispersion modelling system.
  • Experience developing/reviewing emission inventories using methods like US EPA AP-42.
  • Working knowledge of BC's air quality regulatory framework, including pertinent guidelines and objectives.
  • Strong data management and technical analysis skills.
  • Proficient in technical writing, organizational, and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

  • Perform air dispersion modelling using CALPUFF to support environmental assessments and permitting.
  • Develop and review detailed emissions inventories for mining operations.
  • Interpret meteorological, air quality, and monitoring data.
  • Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submissions.
  • Support Environmental Assessment (EA) and permitting processes.
  • Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to meet project objectives.
  • Assist with proposal preparation, work planning, budget tracking, and client communications.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits and vacation.
  • Comprehensive suite of wellness initiatives.
  • Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Full Job Description
As our new Air Quality Scientist/ Engineer , you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

The successful candidate will support air quality assessments for mining, industrial, infrastructure, and other resource-development projects throughout BC and Western Canada.

The position will focus on atmospheric dispersion modelling, emission inventories, and regulatory permitting. The preferred location is Vancouver; however, candidates located in Kamloops, Kelowna, Prince George, or other major hubs in BC will also be considered.

Working @ SLR

With us, there is no doubt you'll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they'll tell you that's just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Here's what else you'll enjoy as part of our team:
  • Competitive total Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits, vacation, and a suite of wellness initiatives.
    The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $110,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual
  • Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement


  • Qualifications/Education/Memberships:
  • Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, environmental science, environmental engineering, geography, or related discipline.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in air quality consulting, dispersion modelling or a closely related field.
  • Practical experience applying the CALPUFF dispersion modelling system.
  • Experience developing or reviewing emission inventories using recognized methods, such as US EPA AP-42.
  • Working knowledge of BC's air quality regulatory framework, including the British Columbia Air Quality Dispersion Modelling Guideline and provincial ambient air quality objectives.
  • Strong data management and technical analysis skills.
  • Strong technical writing, organizational, and verbal communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in atmospheric science, environmental science, environmental engineering, geography, or related discipline.
  • Professional designation, or eligibility for registration in BC.
  • Experience completing air quality work for mining projects, including preparing dispersion modelling and emission inventories.
  • Experience supporting applications or amendments for air discharge permits in BC.
  • Familiarity with ambient air quality or meteorological monitoring programs and the use of monitoring data to establish baseline programs.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform air dispersion modelling using the CALPUFF modelling system to support environmental assessments and permitting.
  • Develop and review detailed emissions inventories for mining operations.
  • Interpret meteorological, air quality, and monitoring data.
  • Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submissions.
  • Support Environmental Assessment (EA) and permitting processes.
  • Work collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to achieve project targets.
  • Support proposal preparation, work planning, budget tracking, and client communications.


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