Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Fuel Project Evaluation Section (FPES) within the Transportation Fuels Branch of the Industrial Strategies Division is seeking an Air Resources Engineer to support the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS). The LCFS is a key program to promote alternative fuels and achieve GHG emission reductions in the transportation sector. FPES is responsible for evaluating project-based applications that will reduce the carbon intensity (CI) of conventional petroleum fuels supply chains, including innovative crude projects, refinery investment projects, renewable hydrogen refinery projects, and other refinery projects. The section also provides support for fuel pathways involving co-processing of low-CI feedstock, dairy/swine digester projects and carbon capture and sequestration (CCS). Staff in the section employ expertise in the CI calculation of conventional fuel supply chains using tools such as the Oil Production Greenhouse Gas Emissions Estimator (OPGEE).

Under the direction of an Air Resources Supervisor I (ARS I), the Air Resources Engineer (ARE) will conduct modeling and life cycle analysis for petroleum-based and alternative fuels, contribute to updates and implementation of the LCFS Regulation, and use engineering principles to evaluate the technical accuracy and completeness of proposed projects and pathways to ensure compliance with the LCFS Regulation. The individual in this position completes both short and long-term tasks including critical assignments at times under tight timeframes. The staff person in this position will communicate technical and policy analysis to a broad set of stakeholders through verbal discussions, reports and presentations and maintaining good working relationships with stakeholders is an essential skill for this position. The ARE also represents the branch at agency meetings, public workshops, and other stakeholder forums.

Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting hardcopy applications (mail/drop-off) , please email Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission .

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Working Conditions

• Position located in a high-rise building.

• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.

• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)

• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Additional working condition(s): May require travel in-state and out-of-state for site visits, workshops and meetings.

The position that is/may be eligible for telework.

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. 

The p ositions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense.

Special Requirements

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. CARB will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take place of the SOQ

Require Name on SOQ

Require Job Control Number on SOQ

Maximum number of pages: 1 page, single spaced, Arial 12 point font, standard 1” margins

Additional requirements: Please provide a concise one-page summary of your qualifications and experience that demonstrate how you can effectively perform the expected duties and contribute to the implementation of the LCFS Program.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate initiative, have excellent written and oral communication skills, understand technical and policy issues, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be willing to learn new skills, work effectively with other staff and interact with community, industry and government stakeholders. Applicants should also be able to work independently or in a team setting and have excellent interpersonal skills.

The most qualified candidates will also have technical expertise and/or professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Life cycle analysis of transportation fuels,
• LCA models such as OPGEE, PRELIM, and GREET
• Process design and project development of petroleum refinery and hydrogen production
• Process design and project development of alternative fuels production, especially for renewable natural gas produced from various feedstock types
• Carbon capture and sequestration or similar novel carbon reduction technologies
• Co-processing of biogenic feedstock and conventional petroleum feedstock
• Experience with the LCFS, Renewable Fuel Standard, or other climate-related fuel standards

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Special Requirements Section
• Other - Cover Letter

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