Staff Air Quality Engineer – Scientist

SLR Consulting

Staff Air Quality Engineer or Scientist supporting emissions reporting, permitting, and compliance projects. Advising industrial clients through SLR’s environmental and sustainability consultancy.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in air quality compliance reporting, technical writing, and regulatory requirements, with a strong foundation in environmental science or engineering. Proficient in utilizing air quality software tools and managing multiple project tasks effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Air Quality Compliance ReportingTechnical Writing SkillsProMax Software ProficiencyBachelor's Degree in Environmental ScienceProblem Solving

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Hard Skills

Air Quality Emissions CalculationEnvironmental Regulations InterpretationTechnical Report WritingMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyPDF Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSelf-Motivated

Tools & Technologies

ProMaxMicrosoft Office SuitePDF Software

Industry Keywords

Air Quality PermittingCompliance ConsultingStakeholder CommunicationGreenhouse Gas Emissions ReportingEnvironmental Science

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete tasks supporting air quality-related frameworks, compliance reporting, permitting, and stakeholder communication
Provide technical understanding related to regulatory requirements, compliance obligations, and voluntary frameworks
Interact with project team members to prepare and submit client deliverables, including greenhouse gas emissions reports and air quality permits
Utilize air quality reporting and software tools such as ProMax
Assist clients with compliance and voluntary air quality reporting programs
Work proactively with SLR project managers to maintain a sustainable workload
Travel for short durations to visit project locations and attend meetings
With appropriate experience, temporarily work as an SLR representative in a client office

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related scientific field
Zero to 2 years of experience solving environmental problems, calculating air quality emissions, and interpreting permits or environmental regulations
Previous experience in air quality permitting and compliance consulting is a plus
Technical writing skills and experience writing comprehensive technical reports
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite software and PDF software
Ability to visit industrial and manufacturing facilities
Excellent proofreading and writing skills
Logical and methodical problem solving
Effective time management of multiple project tasks
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Understanding of budgets and deadlines
Self-motivated and eager to learn
Proactive in seeking work tasks
Strong communication, prioritization, and organizational skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, orthodontia, and vision insurance
FSA/HSA
Generous PTO accrual
10 paid holidays
401(k) retirement account with company matching program
Company-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement