Eastern Research Group
Clean Air Act Engineer
$90K–$120K
Fairfax, VA +3 · Remote · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026
- Location
- Fairfax, VA
Washington, DC
Arlington, VA
Alexandria, VA - Experience
- Minimum five years in air dispersion modeling and minimum five years implementing Clean Air Act regulations, including drafting and/or reviewing permits or permit applications.
- Education
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, preferably Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental.
About the job
Performs air dispersion modeling and Clean Air Act permitting, compliance reviews, and related technical work for government and commercial clients.
What you'll do
- Perform and evaluate air dispersion and toxic air pollutant modeling; assess compliance with air quality standards and increments.
- Draft and review Clean Air permits, regulations, and control technology determinations for compliance with applicable requirements.
- Manage projects and small teams, mentor staff, and prepare technical reports for clients and stakeholders.
What they ask for
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, preferably Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental.
- Minimum five years of experience completing, reviewing, and/or evaluating air dispersion modeling analyses.
- Minimum five years of experience implementing Clean Air Act regulations, including drafting and/or reviewing permits or permit applications.
- Proficiency in AERMOD, AERSCREEN, AERMET, AERSURFACE, Microsoft Excel, and Word; knowledge of Clean Air Act permitting laws and regulations.
Nice to have
- Experience with VISCREEN, CALPUFF, and/or other visibility models.
- Strong writing, communication, time-management, and project-management skills.
Pay
USD 90,000–120,000 per-year salary; base salary
Tools
AERSCREEN, AERMOD, AERMET, AERSURFACE, VISCREEN, CALPUFF, Microsoft Excel, Word
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