Environmental Engineer

About the role

The Environmental Engineer supports the Site Environmental Manager and operations teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS) to maintain alignment with ISO 14001:2015 standards, including assisting with audits, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Affirm compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (EPA, UDEQ), including air, water, and waste requirements.
• Collect environmental samples (water, air, soil) and assist with data tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports such as TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories, and other required filings.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and address environmental risks and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Assist with energy efficiency and sustainability efforts, including identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impact.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and proactive environmental culture across the site.
• Engage in cross-functional training and professional development opportunities within EHS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Science, or related degree.
• 1+ years of experience in environmental compliance, EHS, or related field (internships/co-ops applicable).
• Exposure to ISO 14001 or environmental management systems preferred.
• HAZWOPER training or other EHS certifications preferred.
• Basic understanding of environmental regulations (EPA, state-level agencies such as UDEQ).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.