Environmental Technician/Engineer – Entry Level – Air Quality Focus (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking motivated individuals to join its air-quality monitoring and stack testing group. The role involves sampling, analyzing, monitoring, and reporting emissions from various air sources to assist clients in meeting regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Fieldwork: conducting air-emissions sampling at industrial facilities. Mobilizations are typically multiple days long (usually within a work week) on site with the clients Reporting: analyzing and conducting quality assurance procedures on the collected data from field sessions and assisting with report preparation for submittal to clients and regulatory authorities Equipment: maintaining the team’s equipment at the shop and in the field. This commonly consists of cleaning glassware, minor mechanical and electrical repairs, and calibrating devices used for sampling Project preparation: gathering the necessary gear, prepping equipment, and making arrangements for the team to complete fieldwork Client relations: communicating and working with clients to fulfill their needs while on site and remotely Skills Bachelor's degree in a science- or engineering-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience Fieldwork and/or laboratory experience through internships, relevant coursework, or other related roles Laboratory/chemistry experience or relevant coursework Experience with Microsoft Office and Excel Mechanical aptitude, whether personal or professional (e.g., calibrating lab equipment, use of standard hand tools, fixing or maintaining equipment) Strong written and interpersonal communication skills Availability and willingness to regularly travel up to 60 percent of the time, with the potential for greater levels of periodic travel to meet client needs Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 70 pounds Ability to work at heights (approximately 100 feet or more above grade) Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future Working knowledge of emissions sampling test methods Experience with air-emission sampling equipment and conducting stack tests Experience evaluating environmental data and preparing reports Benefits Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities Company Overview Barr is a company providing engineering and environmental consulting services. It was founded in 1966, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is