Air Quality Scientist

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AECOM is seeking a new member to join AECOM’s Ambient Air Monitoring (AAM) Group based in our Austin, Texas office.

This position is expected to begin in March 2026.

The successful candidate will be a part of the AAM Data Analysis team, primarily working independently but regularly interfacing with their fellow team members, AECOM managers, clients, and contractors. As a member of the AAM Data Analysis Team, the successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Accumulate, organize, prepare, process, and validate air quality and meteorological ambient and calibration data using guidance documents and SOPs.
• Assess and analyze data quality.
• Investigate and explore spatial and temporal characteristics of the data.
• Perform statistical and descriptive analyses.
• Generate and explain summary results.
• Assist in writing reports and proposals.
• Analyze and validate chromatography.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and solve instrument problems affecting data quality.
• Act as a resource to clients to answer technical questions and address appropriate issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Chemistry, Atmospheric or Environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A strong interest in air quality and environmental science.
• Strong statistical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Aptitude for working independently and within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Broad computer skills.
• Experience with continuous air pollution measurements data validation.
• Experience with coding languages used for data analysis such as R, VBA, and Python.
• Experience with ambient air monitoring data and analyzers.
• Experience with Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and chromatogram analysis.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes office work in Austin, Texas. The selected candidate must be available to work in Austin, Texas on a scheduled basis.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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