Environmental Analyst - Permitting & Compliance

About Mainspring Energy

Mainspring Energy develops and delivers fuel-flexible, low-emission local power solutions designed to quickly expand capacity and provide reliable, sustainable, and affordable electricity. Since launching commercial shipments of its Linear Generators in 2020, the company supports numerous megawatts in advanced projects and operational sites serving Fortune 500 companies, data centers, and utilities. Partnerships include major energy leaders like AEP, NextEra Energy Resources, and Schneider Electric.

The organization is driven by core values focused on pragmatic optimism, excellence without ego, and proactive collaboration.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly driven Environmental Analyst to join the Environmental Permitting & Compliance team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring operational adherence to environmental regulations as Mainspring scales. The analyst will manage key compliance workflows, enhance data systems, foster automation, and collaborate with teams across Operations, Sales, and Project Delivery. This detail-oriented position requires balancing technical accuracy with practical implementation in a dynamic environment, influencing the development of robust environmental compliance infrastructure and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational guidance and support on environmental permitting and compliance, with emphasis on air quality standards and reporting.
• Collaborate closely with Operations and O&M teams to embed compliance in daily activities and strategic planning.
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and translate requirements into actionable internal steps and schedules.
• Design and improve scalable compliance procedures, including permit tracking and reporting aligned with the Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization through automation, system upgrades, and tool development such as scripts and dashboards.
• Create and maintain Permit Action Plans to ensure timely acquisition, renewal, and compliance adherence.
• Manage the air emissions tracking dashboard, ensuring data quality, precision, and accessibility.
• Ensure comprehensive compliance documentation and maintain data integrity across enterprise systems for audit preparedness.
• Preserve records of environmental monitoring, compliance reports, and EMS data inputs diligently.
• Coordinate Source Testing operations, including scheduling, managing contractors, protocol assistance, and site logistics.
• Analyze source test outcomes to detect compliance risks and guarantee accurate reporting.
• Oversee Portable Analyzer Checks and advance digital tools to streamline field documentation.
• Manage maintenance and parts replacement schedules for environmental controls and monitoring equipment.
• Enhance compliance capability organization-wide by developing clear operational guidance, documentation, and training.
• Contribute to internal compliance playbooks and best practice standards to support scalable operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Over five years of experience in environmental compliance, air quality regulation, permitting, or related regulatory functions.
• Familiarity with air quality regulatory frameworks such as Title V, NSPS, NESHAP, Clean Air Act, and California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements including PERP and CARB DG.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent organizational abilities and proficiency in written and verbal communication; able to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mainspring is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative workplace and encourages applicants even if they don't meet every listed qualification. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected factors.

Additional Information

The role supports hybrid or fully remote work arrangements with salary adjustments based on location and experience. Compensation includes pre-IPO stock options and benefits. Mainspring utilizes AI tools to assist in recruitment, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.