New Source Review Project Engineer

New Source Review Project Engineer 2025-02454

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New Source Review Project Engineer 2025-02454

Salary

$6,171.35 - $6,857.05 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-02454

Department

Department of Environmental Quality

Division

Air Quality

Opening Date

10/07/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENEG10

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is an upper-level position in the New Source Review Program that reviews air quality permit applications for the construction or modification of industrial facilities. The position reviews designs, calculations, and other documents for details, accuracy and completeness; examines the basis for air pollution controls and compliance with air quality standards and regulations; drafts technical analyses and proposed permit conditions for public notice; participates in cross? functional projects within the Air Quality Division. Work is performed under minimal supervision

Human Resource Contact: DEQ HRdeq.hr@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Drafts and coordinates the preparation of technical and complex air quality analyses for industrial and oil and gas facilities.
• Collects data and prepares studies, reports, permits, and summaries for a variety of projects with varying levels of complexity.
• Reviews technical documents for compliance with requirements of the State, EPA, NPS/USFS, and other agencies.
• Reviews blueprints, process designs, plans and specifications for technical merit and environmental impact.
• Reviews and approves or rejects application submittals.
• Generate special provisions for all projects to address issues unique to each project.
• Ensure that work activities meet project technical and policy requirements, state statutes and federal regulations.
• Responsible for negotiating and securing agreements with industry groups and applicants.
• Responds to comments from stakeholders and industry in contentious situations.
• Coordinate with other programs, agencies, or outside entities.
• Participate in environmental studies and public meetings.
• Provide responses to appeals, lawsuits, or other public record requests.
• Serve as an expert witness.
• Trains, develops, and mentors staff.
• Advise senior leadership regarding project budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Develops and implements operating procedures for engineers and scientists.
• Participate in selection panels for environmental engineers and scientists.
• Confers with staff of agencies in other states or other levels of government with regard to joint actions taken or to be taken, or in exchange for vital or useful information.
• Resolve and recommend resolutions of applicant and contractor disputes and claims.
• Confers with supervisor and colleagues, presenting and resolving difficult problems or questions, discussing plans and actions to be taken.
• Conducts extensive research of existing and evolving emission control technologies.
• Responsible for project documentation and maintaining electronic records for each application.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in air quality permitting

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of environmental concepts, state and federal statutes and rules, particularly as it relates to air quality.
• Knowledge of state-regulated industries as well as the associated air emission units, processes, controls, and release point facility model.
• Skill, knowledge and ability in planning, organizing, and managing complex environmental regulatory challenges and problem-solving by applying reasoned engineering/scientific judgment.
• Skill in managing sensitive situations with competing interests in a political environment.
• Knowledge of an ability to read, research, interpret and apply Federal and State environmental rules and regulations as well as State policies and procedures.
• Skill in building and managing teams comprised of professionals with diverse backgrounds and affiliations, balancing disparate goals/priorities, and dealing with difficult people.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of technical staff and contractors in a team approach so that deadlines are met while maintaining quality to meet agency goals.
• Ability to critically assess, in detail, written documents and technical work products, including scientific studies and modeling results.
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives, as well as be flexible and open-minded.
• Strong written, spoken, and electronic communication skills with particular proficiency in explaining complex technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to a varied audience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience in Engineering

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Some travel may be required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

Supplemental Information

Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage? medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits? including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options? including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules? vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility? for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development? to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program ? Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program ? Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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