Description
Join Our Team: Assistant/Air Quality Engineer I & II
South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD)
Are you a professional engineer looking for meaningful work that supports clean air and a healthier environment? South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is seeking a recent graduate and experienced Air Quality Engineers to join our team!
About South Coast AQMD
The South Coast Air Quality Management District is committed to safeguarding public health and the environment by regulating air quality and developing policies to reduce pollution. We strive to achieve clean air standards for the 17 million people across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley.
Position Overview:
The primary function of engineers assigned to a permitting or other related engineering units is the evaluation and processing of applications for permits to construct and permits to operate equipment, to ensure that the equipment and resulting emissions comply with all applicable rules and regulations and do not negatively affect air quality in this region.
Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE:
ASSISTANT AIR QUALITY ENGINEER
No experience is required.
AIR QUALITY ENGINEER I:
One year as an Assistant Air Quality Engineer at South Coast AQMD or equivalent engineering experience is required.
AIR QUALITY ENGINEER II:
Eighteen months of professional air quality engineering experience, either as an Air Quality Engineer I at South Coast AQMD or at an equivalent level in a similar public agency.
SUBSTITUTION:
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the above-listed engineering disciplines or other related engineering field may substitute for up to six months of the required experience.
Why Join South Coast AQMD?
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A collaborative, mission-driven workplace
Salary & Benefits:
Full-time position with excellent benefits package
Salary: Assistant Air Quality Engineer - $80,033.56 - $110,526.56 Annually
Salary: Air Quality Engineer I - $89,143.38 - $123,053.78 Annually
Salary: Air Quality Engineer II - $94,413.88 - $130,367.81 Annually
How to Apply
Please apply online at https://www.aqmd.gov/careers. The position will close on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
We look forward to welcoming you to the South Coast AQMD team!
