Environmental Engineer
Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer to lead air permitting and environmental compliance for edge and large-scale data center projects. This role combines regulatory permitting expertise with environmental compliance to keep development timelines on track while meeting all state and federal requirements for Edged Datacenters in the United States.
Responsibilities
Manage air permitting processes for data center facilities, including permits for backup generators, emergency engines, and related emission sources
Prepare and submit permit applications to state and federal agencies; track through approval
Lead environmental permitting for new site development, from initial site assessment through permit issuance
Oversee and manage third-party consultants and contractors performing permitting work, ensuring quality, accuracy, and on-time submittals
Ensure ongoing compliance with air, water, and waste regulations across project lifecycle
Support field operations during construction and commissioning to maintain environmental compliance
Support environmental compliance audits and manage corrective actions
Coordinate wildlife, water, and waste management requirements as needed for site development
Interface with regulators, project managers, and contractors
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering or related field
10+ years of environmental compliance experience, ideally in energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure
Demonstrated air permitting expertise (Title V, minor source, PSD/NSR familiarity a plus)
Working knowledge of state and federal waste, water, and air regulations
Field experience supporting operations and compliance
Strong background in compliance auditing
Experience managing outside consultants or contractors on permitting deliverables and environmental compliance
Ability to manage multiple permits and deadlines across sites
Preferred
Experience with generator/engine air permitting
Multi-state permitting experience
Familiarity with data center or industrial facility development