Job Description

Senior Air Permit Engineer/Senior Environmental Engineer

Location: Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, or Novi, MI

Fishbeck is looking for a Senior Air Permit Engineer to join our Environmental Health and Safety team. In this role, you'll work closely with industrial and governmental clients to solve complex environmental challenges, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop sustainable strategies. From preparing permit applications to conducting fieldwork, you’ll have a direct hand in shaping cleaner operations and healthier communities.

You’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry—leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and building strong client relationships along the way.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and review air permit applications, air emissions inventories, and regulatory compliance documentation
• Conduct process reviews, develop emission calculations, and assess regulatory requirements
• Analyze and interpret data for reporting under federal and state environmental programs
• Develop and submit greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories and emissions reports
• Provide on-site regulatory support for industrial facilities
• Build long-term partnerships with clients through technical excellence and strong communication
• Train and mentor junior staff and contribute to Fishbeck’s collaborative culture

What You Bring

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor’s in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
• PE license preferred (but not required)

Experience & Skills:

• 10+ years in environmental compliance (consulting, regulatory, or EHS experience preferred)
• Demonstrated experience with air permitting and regulatory reporting
• Deep understanding of federal and state environmental regulations
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable managing calculations and data
• Knowledge of air dispersion modeling a plus
• Ability to lead multiple projects and mentor others

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and 100% employee ownership through stock options and profit-sharing
• Comprehensive benefits , including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off : vacation, sick, holidays, volunteer days, and parental leave
• Flexible work options with opportunities for hybrid schedules
• Professional development support , including tuition reimbursement and continuing education
• Wellness perks and a collaborative, team-first culture

Physical Requirements

Typical office setting with occasional site visits. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, use field equipment, and travel to client sites. Valid driver's license required.

Why Fishbeck?

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 17 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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