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CDH Consulting specializes in helping energy companies understand and manage the numerous environmental and regulatory obligations affecting their operations. Led by a team of former industry professionals, we know how to work with development and operations teams to thread the needle of compliance management.

Job Title: Staff Air Quality Scientist

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt

Salary Range: $60,000 to $70,000, depending on experience

Reports To: Senior Air Quality Engineer

Company Overview:

CDH Consulting is a growing environmental consulting firm that helps energy companies navigate complex environmental and regulatory challenges. Our team brings deep technical expertise together with a practical, collaborative approach to solving problems for our clients.

We're looking for curious, capable people who enjoy working independently, collaborating with experienced professionals, and taking ownership of their work. As CDH continues to grow, our employees have the opportunity to grow with us, take on new challenges, and have a meaningful impact on how we work and serve our clients.

Please Note: This is a remote, work-from-home position. To support occasional in-person collaboration, field work, team meetings, and company events, preference will be given to applicants who reside within Colorado.

Position Overview:

CDH Consulting is seeking an Air Quality Scientist to join our growing Air Quality team. This position will help support new and existing air quality permitting and compliance projects in the U.S. oil and gas upstream and midstream markets.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, eager to learn, and collaborative, with strong analytical and communication skills and an interest in developing technical expertise in air quality permitting, emissions reporting, and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in performing air emissions calculations for permitting, emissions inventories, and annual compliance reporting.
• Assist with reviewing state, federal, and local environmental regulations to support client compliance activities.
• Implement compliance assistance programs for clients including data management and document review.
• Short-duration travel to client field sites to conduct periodic site inspections and support air monitoring programs (Around 25% travel).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to prepare clear, accurate technical documentation.
• Proficient in MS Suite, particularly in Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations, such as greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting and common air pollutants (both criteria and hazardous).
• Experience working on emissions permitting processes with TCEQ. 
• Experience with air emissions inventory, greenhouse gases, and periodic air permit reports.
• Experience with ESG emissions reporting is a plus.
• Familiarity with AERMOD and BRE ProMax software is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field required.
• 0-2 years related work experience.

Why CDH Consulting:

At CDH, we believe great work happens when people are trusted to take ownership of their work and given the support they need to succeed. Our remote environment gives employees flexibility and autonomy, while our collaborative teams make it easy to connect with colleagues, ask questions, and learn from people with deep technical and industry experience.

We're continuing to grow, which means there's plenty of opportunity to take on new challenges, expand your expertise, and help shape how we work. If you enjoy solving complex problems, taking ownership of your work, and being part of a team where your contributions are visible, CDH may be a great fit.

Benefits at CDH Consulting:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with an Employee Assistance Program and other resources to support employee well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, a remote work environment, paid holidays, and generous paid time off.
• Professional Development: Support for continued learning, professional certifications, licensing, and other development opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with employer matching and immediate vesting.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from home while staying connected through collaborative teams, regular company communication, and opportunities to meet in person.
• Growing Company: Opportunities to take on new responsibilities and have a meaningful impact as CDH continues to grow.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. CDH's pre-employment drug screening panel includes marijuana.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

CDH Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and a certified member of the National Minority Supplier Development Council. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.