Job Title: In-House Senior Environmental Engineer
Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 (flexible DOE)
Location: Wilmington, CA
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (5 days per week in-office)
Industry: Environmental Engineering, Oil & Gas, Regulatory Compliance
About Us:
Our Client is a leading organization in the oil & gas space and is dedicated to promoting sustainability and regulatory compliance across their operations. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join their in-house team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in air quality permitting and compliance, and who has experience working closely with regulatory agencies. If you have a passion for driving environmental performance within a highly regulated industry, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage air quality permitting and compliance, ensuring alignment with state and federal environmental regulations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, particularly the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), ensuring adherence to all relevant air quality standards.
- Prepare and submit air quality permits, reports, and other regulatory documentation as required.
- Coordinate and execute environmental compliance audits to ensure operations are meeting or exceeding environmental requirements.
- Monitor and assess air emissions, evaluate regulatory trends, and advise on environmental risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including operations, engineering, and safety, to implement best practices for air quality management.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes, providing recommendations for compliance strategies and technical support.
- Contribute to internal environmental performance reviews and sustainability initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in environmental engineering within LA County, with a focus on air quality permitting and compliance.
- Extensive experience with air quality regulations and permitting processes, particularly with SCAQMD.
- Proven track record of working effectively with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and resolve permitting issues.
- Experience in the oil & gas refinery industry is highly desirable.
- Strong technical understanding of air quality modeling, emissions inventories, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex regulatory information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Why Join Us?
- Dynamic Role: Contribute to impactful air quality management and sustainability initiatives within a leading organization.
- Stability: A permanent, full-time position in an in-house role with long-term growth potential.
- Collaborative Environment: Work closely with regulatory agencies, engineers, and operational teams to drive compliance and environmental stewardship.
- Competitive Compensation: Comprehensive salary and benefits package including a bonus up to 15% with annual increases, health benefits, 401k match, and more.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a stable in-office schedule (5 days a week) with opportunities to contribute to meaningful environmental work in a fast-paced industry.
