Environmental Specialist – Air Quality

NES Fircroft
Carlsbad, CA
Job Description: Environmental Specialist - Air Quality (Midstream Operations)
Location: Carlsbad, NM
Schedule: Monday- Friday


Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Specialist with a strong air quality background to support midstream operations, specifically compressor station environments. This role will serve as a technical advisor to operations teams, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and guiding air permitting and emissions management efforts.
Key Responsibilities
  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in air quality and environmental compliance for midstream assets, including compressor stations
  • Provide technical advisory support to operations teams on federal, state, and local air regulations (e.g., EPA, TCEQ)
  • Interpret permitting requirements and ensure ongoing compliance with air permits and applicable regulations
  • Assist with air permit applications, amendments, renewals, and reporting obligations
  • Evaluate emissions from compressor stations and related midstream facilities
  • Support implementation of air compliance programs, monitoring plans, and recordkeeping systems
  • Conduct regulatory analysis and gap assessments to ensure alignment with evolving environmental rules
  • Partner with operations to develop practical, compliant solutions for environmental challenges
  • Support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory agency interactions as needed
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in environmental compliance, with a strong focus on air quality
  • Direct experience in midstream oil & gas operations, particularly compressor stations, required
  • Strong knowledge of air permitting processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., Title V, NSPS, NESHAP)
  • Ability to function as a technical advisor influencing operational decisions
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with Texas regulations (TCEQ) preferred
Key Competencies
  • Technical expertise in air emissions and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to translate complex regulations into actionable guidance
  • Strong collaboration with cross-functional operational teams
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Posted 2026-05-15

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