Job Description

Senior Environmental Engineer

9833BR

Golisano Institute for Sustainability


CIMS Pollution Prevention Institute

Job Summary

The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to lead the NYS Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP). This position will help eligible small businesses in their efforts to comply with state and federal regulations by providing information and guidance regarding applicable air emissions regulations as well as source identification and quantification of air contaminants emitted by their facility. Reporting to the NYSP2I Director and working with the NYSP2I team, the Senior Environmental Engineer will provide expertise in state and federal air emissions regulations and how the regulations apply to each facility and business. In addition, this position will provide guidance on the completion of required air permitting forms, evaluation of emission control technologies, and identification of potential pollution prevention opportunities. This position will ensure relevant information is made available to small businesses across NYS and will develop strategies to assist as many businesses as possible across all affected industries, which may include preparing and updating fact sheets, developing calculation tools, calculating emissions, presenting at stakeholder events and developing and delivering training.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide registration and permitting assistance to small businesses by answering inquiries via phone and email, conducting site visits (if necessary) to understand facility operations, identifying and quantifying air emissions, air emission modeling, and guiding businesses through the completion of air permitting forms. Develop tools such as emissions inventory spreadsheets and evaluate applicable emission control technologies and pollution prevention opportunities. Lead the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) by setting strategic direction, ensuring program goals are met, and serving as the primary liaison with the NYSDEC sponsor. Coordinate internally with NYSP2I staff and externally with the Small Business Environmental Ombudsman (SBEO) program to ensure alignment and maximize impact. Maintain and expand the SBEAP web-based knowledge clearinghouse by creating and updating fact sheets, FAQs, and guidance documents. Curate relevant regulatory and technical resources, and ensure the platform remains a comprehensive and user-friendly tool for small businesses across New York State. Conduct outreach and education by developing and delivering training content, coordinating webinars, and building relationships with trade organizations and industry groups. Identify and engage subject matter experts to support sector-specific training and ensure broad dissemination of program resources. Manage the program budget in collaboration with NYSP2I finance staff. Oversee the work of external contractors and subject matter experts, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope. Track and report program activities by maintaining confidential records of company assistance, compiling data for quarterly updates, and preparing an annual report summarizing program outcomes. Provide insights and feedback to NYSDEC to inform future policy, rulemaking, and guidance development. Mentor junior technical staff across NYSP2I by assigning tasks, reviewing work, and identifying opportunities for professional development and internal capacity building in air permitting and pollution prevention.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Experience:
A minimum of 8 years of environmental engineering experience with at least 5 years of experience in air emissions compliance in a consulting, regulatory, or manufacturing environment. A combination of academic training in air regulations and experience may also be considered.

Skills:
Strong working knowledge of New York State air regulations and working knowledge of federal regulations, particularly MACT/NESHAP; must have air regulatory compliance reporting experience; Solid understanding of industrial processes and equipment used by small businesses in various sectors, and the ability to identify and quantify the air contaminants emitted by the facility; Ability to perform air emissions calculations using emission factors or mass balance procedures and experience with air quality modeling, including standard USEPA-approved models and protocols. Understanding of AERSCREEN, AERMOD. Ability to interact directly with state and local officials on clients' behalf, as needed, and assist with client responses to inquiries from state and federal agencies; Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and critical thinking capabilities; Strong written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving, and organizational skills; Proficient with Microsoft Office suite with excellent skills in the development and use of Excel spreadsheets to perform calculations and organize data; Ability to work efficiently in a team environment while also being able to work autonomously to successfully perform the required duties with minimal direct supervision; Ability to travel up to 10% to provide assistance and support to NYS businesses. Strong oral and written communication skills Ideal candidate will be a self-directed, strategic thinker

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree Air emissions compliance experience in multiple industrial sectors EHS leadership experience Team leadership or direct supervisory experience A New York State Professional Engineer (PE) License

Department/College Description

The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is a statewide technology development, transfer, and assistance center whose mission is to make New York state more environmentally sustainable for businesses, workers, and the public through more efficient use of raw materials, energy and water, and reductions in toxic chemical use, emissions to the environment and waste generation. NYSP2I is an integrated program of several major elements: direct technical assistance to industry and organizations; research, development, and diffusion; outreach; professional training; a community grants program; and academic educational program development. NYSP2I also focuses on the acceleration of green technologies and greening of the supply chain. NYSP2I is led by Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and is a partnership between RIT, Clarkson University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Cornell University, Binghamton University and the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:
A minimum of 8 years of environmental engineering experience with at least 5 years of experience in air emissions compliance in a consulting, regulatory, or manufacturing environment. A combination of academic training in air regulations and experience may also be considered.

Skills:
Strong working knowledge of New York State air regulations and working knowledge of federal regulations, particularly MACT/NESHAP; must have air regulatory compliance reporting experience; Solid understanding of industrial processes and equipment used by small businesses in various sectors, and the ability to identify and quantify the air contaminants emitted by the facility; Ability to perform air emissions calculations using emission factors or mass balance procedures and experience with air quality modeling, including standard USEPA-approved models and protocols. Understanding of AERSCREEN, AERMOD. Ability to interact directly with state and local officials on clients' behalf, as needed, and assist with client responses to inquiries from state and federal agencies; Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and critical thinking capabilities; Strong written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving, and organizational skills; Proficient with Microsoft Office suite with excellent skills in the development and use of Excel spreadsheets to perform calculations and organize data; Ability to work efficiently in a team environment while also being able to work autonomously to successfully perform the required duties with minimal direct supervision; Ability to travel up to 10% to provide assistance and support to NYS businesses. Strong oral and written communication skills Ideal candidate will be a self-directed, strategic thinker

Professional Area:

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Staff Job Function:

Wage Band:

$79100 - $132500

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

$79100

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

$132500

How to Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

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Additional Details

Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the worlds leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For." RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.



As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employees pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RITs Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness



RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

79100

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

132500



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