Minor Source Air Permitting Engineer, EIT I

About the Role

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is hiring a Minor Source Air Permitting Engineer - EIT I. This position is part of the Construction Permitting program, responsible for reviewing, processing, and evaluating air pollution permit applications for major, synthetic minor, and minor sources. The role involves technical engineering analysis to estimate emissions, evaluate air pollution control equipment, perform basic air dispersion modeling, determine applicable requirements, and update emissions inventories. The position also provides interpretations and guidance on air quality regulations.

The position will be based at 4300 Cherry Creek S Dr, Glendale, CO 80246.

Hybrid work options may be available at the supervisor’s discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering reviews of permit application data using mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering sciences for major, synthetic minor, and minor source construction permit applications.
• Apply and follow permit review procedures, guidance, rules, and regulations.
• Conduct engineering estimates of air pollutant emissions, determining appropriate estimation methods and emission factors.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of air pollution control equipment and/or control measures.
• Determine if a source's ambient impact meets all standards by reviewing dispersion modeling reports.
• Assess compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations and standards.
• Draft construction permits.
• Participate in public hearings.
• Respond to public and Environmental Protection Agency comments regarding proposed permits.
• Provide information and assistance to the public and local agencies regarding air quality regulations and the regulatory process.
• Suggest revisions to regulations and standards.
• Assist in developing new processes and procedures for the Construction Permit program.
• Attend performance reviews and staff meetings.
• Complete administrative tasks such as timekeeping.
• Attend meetings, serve on task forces or teams, and complete projects as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Engineer-Intern (EIT) certification by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors will substitute for the required degree.
• Experience must be substantiated in the Work Experience section of the application; "See resume" will not be accepted.
• Part-time work will be prorated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant experience with the State of Colorado.
• Experience interpreting regulatory language.
• Familiarity with basic air pollution principles.
• Strong attention to detail.

Conditions of Employment

• Residency Requirement: Must be a resident of the State of Colorado at the time of application submission.
• A pre-employment background check will be conducted.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.