Air Quality Emissions Modeler

Company: Ramboll
Location: Novato
Posted on: January 25, 2023

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Company Description

Job Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is seeking an Air Quality Emissions Modeler to join the firm. This position will be located in our Novato, California office. If you are technically minded, self-motivated, and passionate about air quality, please apply!

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you'll be joining a company that strives to make a difference for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Joining Ramboll

As our new Air Quality Emissions Modeler, you will be part of the Air Quality Group under Ramboll's Environment & Health Division. This group consists of people who are passionate about assisting Ramboll's clients with their most challenging problems related to air quality, climate change, and sustainability. The Air Quality Group consults with clients across a range of topics, including but not limited to, air quality modeling, emissions estimation, environmental and human health risk assessment, climate change, climate adaptation/resiliency, sustainability initiatives, permitting, and compliance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Assisting with computer modeling of air pollution
* Converting emissions inventory data for input to air quality models
* Performing emissions modeling to develop model-ready emissions for air quality models
* Modifying and/or developing scripts needed for such modeling
* Assisting with documenting results by preparing summary plots and tables
* Conducting spatial analysis using GIS and data visualization tools
* Performing quality assurance (QA)
* Actively participating in a growing network of Ramboll sustainability practitioners that span our services across environment/health, energy, and water

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

* B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. (air quality/meteorology-related course work is a plus)
* 0-3 years air quality or related experience
* Strong computing skills including high-level use of spreadsheets and word processing
* Linux and computer programming experience, such as scientific and database programming
* Knowledge of emissions inventories and air pollution science
* Attention to detail and ability to perform careful QA
* Excellent written/verbal communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Preferred Skills

* Experience with National Emission Inventory, emission inventory development, and using SMOKE and related tools to develop emissions inputs for air quality models
* Knowledge of mobile source emissions modeling (e.g., using MOVES, EMFAC, NONROAD, OFFROAD)
* Database programming (SQL, Access) and scientific programming (FORTRAN, C, C++)

Welcome to our Environment & Health division

One of the world's leading environmental and health consultancies, we are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health, and social issues. We help clients understand and manage the impacts of their activities and products, so that they can respond to business, regulatory, or legal challenges effectively and develop sound strategies for operating sustainably.

Ramboll in Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company that has over 2,000 experts working across more than 60 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water, Management Consulting, and Architecture and Landscape. As a company, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact, contributing to a cohesive society with equal rights and opportunities for all, and fostering a culture of excellence, enjoyment, and equal opportunities for all our employees. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business conduct and sustainable practices have been part of Ramboll's DNA since the company's inception. Today these principles are an integral part of Our Mission and services and are formalized through our systematic work with the UN sustainable development goals. We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. We have also committed to ambitious targets to maximize our own sustainability performance and set the industry benchmark.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

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