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Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Join ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, and help shape the future of environmental compliance for some of the most innovative companies in Technology, Media & Telecom, Manufacturing, and Power sectors. If you thrive on solving complex regulatory challenges and want to work alongside global experts, this is your opportunity.
Why This Role Matters
Air quality compliance is critical for businesses navigating evolving environmental regulations. As a Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance Engineer or Scientist in Irvine, California or Scottsdale, AZ, you’ll be the trusted advisor helping clients achieve compliance, reduce risk, and meet sustainability goals—all while contributing to ERM’s mission of shaping a cleaner, safer future.
What Your Impact Is
- Drive air quality compliance strategies for diverse industrial clients across California and nationwide.
- Interact with local regulators and clients to steward permit application review and issuance.
- Support multi-disciplinary permitting and compliance programs that influence major business decisions.
- Collaborate with ERM’s global network of experts to deliver innovative solutions and best practices.
- Build strong client relationships that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships.
What You’ll Bring
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, environmental, civil, or mechanical engineering), environmental science, or related discipline.
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of local, state (California/Arizona), and federal air programs (Title V, RECLAIM facilities).
- Direct consulting or industry experience in the environmental field with working regulatory knowledge of local air districts (SCAQMD and other local air districts), state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM facilities.
- Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance documents.
- Strong MS Office computer skills, with an advanced understanding of PowerPoint and Excel required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to clients as needed.
- Apply a collaborative approach and enjoy teaming with colleagues around the world.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude; motivated to deliver outstanding client service and grow the business.
- Excellent communicator—both written and verbal—with technical writing experience.
- Organized and self-driven with strong time management.
- Collaborative team player with a positive, client-focused attitude and a passion for growth.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred:
- Experience working with agencies like local Air Quality Management Districts, California Air Resources Board, and other Southwest regulators.
- Strong technical skills in emissions inventory, permitting, and compliance evaluations; familiarity with pollution controls and equipment systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of water, wastewater, and waste programs is a plus.
- Field experience with data collection, air compliance monitoring, assessments, and permitting; experience with stormwater inspections, technical writing, SWPPP updates, HMBP prep, or wastewater permit applications a plus.
- Skilled at interpreting environmental regulations and guidance documents.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with solid computational skills.
- Proven success managing projects and building lasting client relationships.
- Advanced MS Office skills, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare emission inventories, permit applications, and compliance reports.
- Conduct regulatory applicability evaluations and implement compliance management systems.
- Perform fieldwork, including air compliance assessments and multi-media inspections.
- Liaise with regulators and clients to ensure timely permit approvals.
- Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence across all projects.
For the Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance Engineer or Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $87,240 - $108,285 USD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
#LI-YR1
#LI-Hybrid
Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Join ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, and help shape the future of environmental compliance for some of the most innovative companies in Technology, Media & Telecom, Manufacturing, and Power sectors. If you thrive on solving complex regulatory challenges and want to work alongside global experts, this is your opportunity.
Why This Role Matters
Air quality compliance is critical for businesses navigating evolving environmental regulations. As a Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance Engineer or Scientist in Irvine, California or Scottsdale, AZ, you’ll be the trusted advisor helping clients achieve compliance, reduce risk, and meet sustainability goals—all while contributing to ERM’s mission of shaping a cleaner, safer future.
What Your Impact Is
- Drive air quality compliance strategies for diverse industrial clients across California and nationwide.
- Interact with local regulators and clients to steward permit application review and issuance.
- Support multi-disciplinary permitting and compliance programs that influence major business decisions.
- Collaborate with ERM’s global network of experts to deliver innovative solutions and best practices.
- Build strong client relationships that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships.
What You’ll Bring
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, environmental, civil, or mechanical engineering), environmental science, or related discipline.
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of local, state (California/Arizona), and federal air programs (Title V, RECLAIM facilities).
- Direct consulting or industry experience in the environmental field with working regulatory knowledge of local air districts (SCAQMD and other local air districts), state and federal programs, Title V and RECLAIM facilities.
- Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply environmental regulations and agency guidance documents.
- Strong MS Office computer skills, with an advanced understanding of PowerPoint and Excel required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to clients as needed.
- Apply a collaborative approach and enjoy teaming with colleagues around the world.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude; motivated to deliver outstanding client service and grow the business.
- Excellent communicator—both written and verbal—with technical writing experience.
- Organized and self-driven with strong time management.
- Collaborative team player with a positive, client-focused attitude and a passion for growth.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred:
- Experience working with agencies like local Air Quality Management Districts, California Air Resources Board, and other Southwest regulators.
- Strong technical skills in emissions inventory, permitting, and compliance evaluations; familiarity with pollution controls and equipment systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of water, wastewater, and waste programs is a plus.
- Field experience with data collection, air compliance monitoring, assessments, and permitting; experience with stormwater inspections, technical writing, SWPPP updates, HMBP prep, or wastewater permit applications a plus.
- Skilled at interpreting environmental regulations and guidance documents.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with solid computational skills.
- Proven success managing projects and building lasting client relationships.
- Advanced MS Office skills, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare emission inventories, permit applications, and compliance reports.
- Conduct regulatory applicability evaluations and implement compliance management systems.
- Perform fieldwork, including air compliance assessments and multi-media inspections.
- Liaise with regulators and clients to ensure timely permit approvals.
- Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence across all projects.
For the Senior Consultant, Air Quality Compliance Engineer or Scientist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $87,240 - $108,285 USD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
#LI-YR1
#LI-Hybrid
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell68
- Ramboll15
- AECOM10
- TRC5
- aptim5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services39
- Education1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in air quality engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, atmospheric science, or a related field
- Experience with air dispersion modeling software such as AERMOD or CALPUFF
- Knowledge of Clean Air Act regulations, including Title V and NSR permitting
- Familiarity with emissions inventory development and regulatory reporting protocols
- Professional Engineer license or active progress toward PE licensure preferred
- Experience conducting stack emissions testing or ambient air monitoring fieldwork
Tips for Your Air Quality Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to permit types
Hiring managers scan for the specific permits you've worked on, such as Title V, NSR, or minor source permits. Name the permit type, the regulatory program, and the state agency involved so your resume passes both ATS filters and technical reviewers.
List modeling software by name
Employers filter for AERMOD, CALPUFF, MOVES, or BREEZE on resumes before they read anything else. Don't bury software under a generic 'technical tools' line. Put each model you've run in a dedicated skills section with the version or application context if you can.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists air quality engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory program
Search for openings that name the Clean Air Act program most relevant to your background, whether that's NSR, Title V, NAAQS attainment planning, or Greenhouse Gas reporting. Matching your experience to a specific regulatory focus makes your application far stronger than a broad environmental engineer submission.
Prepare a modeling scenario for interviews
Most technical interviews for air quality roles include a scenario where you walk through how you'd set up a dispersion analysis or respond to a modeling RFI. Rehearse one real project end to end, from receptor placement decisions to how you validated outputs against monitored data.
Negotiate using the full offer picture
Air quality roles at consulting firms often include billable-hour targets that affect your workload and bonus. Before accepting, ask what the expected utilization rate is and how the firm handles travel to source test or field monitoring sites, since those factors affect your day-to-day experience as much as base pay.
Air Quality Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most air quality engineers?
The most active employers for air quality engineers right now are Burns & McDonnell, Ramboll, and AECOM, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically strongest at environmental consulting firms and state or regional air quality management districts.
How many air quality engineer jobs are remote?
About 68% of air quality engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of permitting and modeling work. Roles focused on emissions inventory analysis, regulatory compliance writing, and dispersion modeling reviews tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring field sampling or source testing are almost always on-site.
How do you become an air quality engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, atmospheric science, chemical engineering, or a closely related field. Build hands-on experience with air dispersion modeling tools and Clean Air Act permitting processes through internships or entry-level roles at consulting firms or regulatory agencies. Earning your Professional Engineer license strengthens long-term career prospects, and familiarity with state-specific permitting programs makes you significantly more competitive in a given job market.
How do you get hired as an air quality engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles at environmental consulting firms that explicitly hire recent graduates, since many train new staff on modeling software and permitting workflows from the ground up. Highlight any coursework in air quality or atmospheric modeling, and mention exposure to EPA guidance documents or regulatory comment processes. Internships with state air agencies or municipal air quality districts are especially useful because they give you direct regulatory context that consulting employers value highly.
What does the air quality engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical interview with a project manager or senior engineer who will walk through your modeling experience, specific permit types you've handled, and how you approach compliance determinations. Some firms include a written or take-home technical exercise involving a simplified modeling scenario or permit application review. Final rounds typically involve a panel with senior technical staff and may include a discussion of a past project you led or contributed to substantially.
Where can I find and apply to air quality engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to air quality engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your permitting background, modeling experience, or preferred industry sector, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location preferences.
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