Senior Environmental Engineer/Scientist

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
11555 Clay Rd Ste 100 (Show on map)
Mar 23, 2026
Job Description Terracon is seeking an experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer or Scientist to join our Team in Houston This is an excellent opportunity for a highly-motivated individual to lead local and regional compliance efforts and assist with projects across the country. This individual must have a strong technical background, provide leadership and guidance on projects, work with existing staff to develop regulatory compliance opportunities locally and regionally, and grow the practice area. The individual must be currently established in the air permitting market in Texas and have strong knowledge of oil and gas, manufacturing, power generation, data centers, and industrial sectors. The individual will be responsible for growing the air permitting sector within the regulatory compliance practice. You will serve as a local point of contact and provide support for regional and national environmental compliance endeavors. You will review deliverables for quality following company standards and policies; provide leadership in environmental compliance marketing efforts; maintain existing and develop new client relationships; prepare proposals, cost estimates, and reports; and train, mentor, and direct field staff and project professionals. The individual should be highly specialized and have solid experience in Texas air permitting, including: Title V permits Permits by Rule New Source Review (major and minor sources) Air permitting applicability determinations and permitting strategy Emissions calculations (criteria pollutants, HAPs, GHGs) Review and preparation of complex permit applications Oversight of air dispersion modeling (even if performed by others) Regulatory analysis and interpretation Agency coordination and negotiation with TCEQ Client-facing technical discussions and strategy development The individual should have general knowledge of other regulatory compliance areas as listed below: Stormwater (municipal, industrial, construction) RCRA/Hazardous waste Oil Storage/SPCC plans SARA Title III (Tier II/TRI) reporting Industrial wastewater Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Grow and expand existing environmental compliance services with a focus on the air permitting practice Prepare calculations, applications, plans, reports, proposals, and other deliverables, Manage projects and staff to ensure quality and timeliness, Understand the local and regional market Develop strong working relationships with clients, Develop proposals in response to RFPs and client requests, Participate in the development of local and regional marketing strategies, Support safety efforts to promote safety rules and guidelines, and Evaluate problems and develop practical solutions that enable our clients to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred), Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or environmental-related discipline (Master's degree preferred) Minimum 10+ years of experience in a full-time regulatory compliance consulting role Demonstrated a high level of technical writing ability Excellent analytical and communication skills Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER and current 8-Hr refresher preferred About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.