Consultant, Air Quality

Company Description

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Job Description

Preferred work locations include the Bay Area in California, or Denver/Fort Collins in Colorado, but not required. A fully remote work position would be considered.

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

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex projects with real-life implications? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open-minded person?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Environment & Health Division as our new Air Quality Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Consultant, you will be part of the Northwest Air & Climate Team, which is part of Ramboll’s Environment & Health Division. This group consists of people who are passionate about air quality and assisting Ramboll’s clients with their most challenging problems. The Air Quality Planning Group consults with clients across various government agencies and industries on a range of topics, including but not limited to emissions estimation, meteorological, dispersion, and chemical modeling.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Conducting meteorological modeling/analysis, and air quality modeling studies using chemical box models, dispersion models, chemical transport models, and others
• Performing statistical and geospatial analyses of air quality data
• Analyzing modeling results and other datasets to achieve project’s goals
• Contributing your technical skills on complex projects to provide creative solutions to our clients in a collaboratively environment.

About you

• Candidates should have a B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric or Environmental Science, or a closely related field with a GPA of 3.5 or higher and 2+ years of experience, or an M.S. in the same fields with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Candidate should have experience in air quality or related areas such as atmospheric chemistry, meteorology, modeling, emissions processes, or satellite and remote sensing; air quality coursework is a plus for both degrees.
• Experience with air quality models (box, dispersion, trajectory, or chemical transport models), graphics software (GIS, NCL) and strong programming skills (Python, FORTRAN, other structured languages [C, C++], R, MATLAB, IDL)
• Exposure to predictive AI, machine learning, data science and analytics, a plus, but not required
• Strong written/verbal communication, problem-solving and organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in small and large team environments collaboratively

What we can offer you

• Flexible work environment
• Medical and life insurance
• Potential for remote work
• A chance to make a real difference in the world
• Varied projects and continual learning
• Commitment to your development
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

At Ramboll, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role is likely to be compensated at an annual base salary between $68,730 - $98,800.  Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range, depending on numerous factors, including experience, geographical location, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and skill level, and does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.