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Principal Air Quality Engineer / Scientist

Yorke Engineering
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Join Yorke Engineering, LLC, an Environmental Consulting leader in California that implements Environmental Engineering and Compliance solutions for our clients throughout California. Our mission is to solve environmental compliance problems for industrial and governmental / infrastructure facilities. We are a growing and dynamic organization of highly respected professionals. Yorke Engineering, LLC has assisted over 1,900 client organizations with their Air Quality and Environmental Compliance, Engineering, and Permitting needs. Our philosophy is to efficiently help government and industrial customers with the complex array of environmental laws and regulations. From simple permits to complex agency negotiations, from small companies to the largest of California’s organizations, Yorke successfully solves our clients’ Air Quality and Environmental challenges. Our team has over 1,000 years of combined environmental experience and consists of engineers and scientists that specialize in Air Quality, Waste, Water, CEQA, Safety, and Industrial Hygiene.

We are looking for a sharp Principal Air Quality Engineer / Scientist (Environmental Permitting and Compliance) to join our team in Northern CA. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week in the bay area. We currently have offices in Berkeley and San Francisco but may open a new office based on candidate location. We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package including Paid Time Off, Holidays, Full Medical / Dental / Vision, along with a 401k program with a generous company match.

Position Summary :

The Principal Air Quality Engineer / Scientist (Environmental Permitting and Compliance) performs professional engineering work, leading and executing the compliance and permitting functions in relation to Air Quality Regulations and Compliance. This candidate will be reviewing processes and equipment, analyzing permit-related technical and regulatory issues, and communicating those analyses within Yorke, the client organization, with government agencies and with the public at large. The work is challenging, broad in scope, and variable from project to project. The position involves effective communication, decision-making, and time management. The candidate performs other duties as required or assigned.

This is a Principal level position. Positions at this level are assigned to perform the more complex and sensitive duties within air quality consulting. The employee in this position will be assigned to develop business, write proposals, train and mentor other employees, and / or monitor work produced by other employees.

The candidate’s experience and qualifications we are seeking include :

  • 15-25 years of work experience in the Air Quality and / or Environmental industry in an engineering role (preferably in a consulting environment);
  • Experience in the environmental services industry focusing on leading Air Quality services :

Process and equipment review;

  • Air quality permitting under BAAQMD, SCAQMD, SJVAPCD and other Air Districts, including Title V Permitting;
  • Annual Emissions Reporting;
  • Air Dispersion Modeling;
  • Air Quality Assessments including Data Analysis and Emission Inventories;
  • General Air Quality Compliance for facilities in CA.
  • Ability to manage and lead active team members on project teams towards project completion within project scope, budget and schedule and ensure quality work product and deliverables;
  • Ability to manage successful relationships with clients, staff, and regulators through effective communication and expertise by fostering a collaborative environment without losing focus of quality;
  • Proven track record or desire to engage in successful regulatory work in dealing with the SCAQMD, BAAQMD, SJVAPCD, EPA, CARB and / or other similar regulatory agencies;
  • Experience working on-site at client facilities;
  • Prepare reports and submissions in timely manner;
  • Experience with handling highly technical data and technical data interpretation;
  • Highly motivated to continue working in Air Quality environmental field and expand their knowledge and experience;
  • CA Regulatory / Compliance experience is required.
  • Job Requirements :

  • B.S or M.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant technical degrees from an accredited college;
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team fashion, handle several projects at once, prioritize work, and work efficiently;
  • Desire to train and share technical expertise in environmental rules and regulations with clients and team members;
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills;
  • Experience in conflict resolution and crisis management;
  • Track record of successful analysis, interpretation, and application of rules and regulations towards practical solutions;
  • Ability to think critically and develop solutions;
  • Software Knowledge :
  • Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Powerpoint skills (required);

  • Microsoft 365 Applications, including Sharepoint (a plus)
  • P.E. Certification (a plus).
  • Company Description

    Join Yorke Engineering, LLC, an Environmental Consulting leader in California that implements Environmental Engineering and Compliance solutions for our clients throughout California. Our mission is to solve environmental compliance problems for industrial and governmental / infrastructure facilities. We are a growing and dynamic organization of highly respected professionals. Yorke Engineering, LLC has assisted over 1,800 client organizations with their Air Quality and Environmental Compliance, Engineering, and Permitting needs. Our philosophy is to efficiently help government and industrial customers with the complex array of environmental laws and regulations. From simple permits to complex agency negotiations, from small companies to the largest of California’s organizations, Yorke successfully solves our clients’ Air Quality and Environmental challenges. Our team has over 1,000 years of combined environmental experience and consists of engineers and scientists that specialize in Air Quality, Waste, Water, CEQA, Safety, and Industrial Hygiene.

    Company Description

    Join Yorke Engineering, LLC, an Environmental Consulting leader in California that implements Environmental Engineering and Compliance solutions for our clients throughout California. Our mission is to solve environmental compliance problems for industrial and governmental / infrastructure facilities. We are a growing and dynamic organization of highly respected professionals. Yorke Engineering, LLC has assisted over 1,800 client organizations with their Air Quality and Environmental Compliance, Engineering, and Permitting needs. Our philosophy is to efficiently help government and industrial customers with the complex array of environmental laws and regulations. From simple permits to complex agency negotiations, from small companies to the largest of California’s organizations, Yorke successfully solves our clients’ Air Quality and Environmental challenges. Our team has over 1,000 years of combined environmental experience and consists of engineers and scientists that specialize in Air Quality, Waste, Water, CEQA, Safety, and Industrial Hygiene.

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