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Environmental Engineer SG31

PACCAR Engine Company · Columbus, MS · 2 wk ago
Engineering$400/hrFull-time

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905, recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. With internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks, PACCAR designs, manufactures, and supports premium light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks. PACCAR also provides customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts.

PACCAR Engine Company operates a $400 million engine manufacturing and technology facility in Columbus, Mississippi, producing 12.9L diesel engines known for fuel efficiency and advanced technology.

About the role

The Environmental and Safety Compliance Engineer is responsible for interpreting, implementing, and enforcing federal, state, local, and corporate environmental and safety regulations to maintain compliance at the PACCAR Engine Plant. This role supports PACCAR Engine Company (PEC) and PACCAR Remanufacturing facilities, initiating programs to achieve a World Class Safety and Environmental program.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with local, state, and federal agencies as well as PACCAR corporate regarding environmental inspections, permitting, and compliance issues, managing corrective actions and follow-up responses.
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce formal compliance plans, procedures, and documentation, including ISO 14001, Zero Waste to Landfill, Title V, wastewater discharge, hazardous waste, universal waste, SARA, SPCC, and SWPPP.
  • Meet with management and department representatives to report on the performance of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and set environmental goals and objectives.
  • Schedule and manage external surveillance and re-certification audits.
  • Maintain and follow an environmental compliance calendar.
  • Conduct and document monthly stormwater inspections at all basin outfall locations to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Schedule and perform internal compliance audits.
  • Prepare and submit environmental reports for regulatory agencies and management in a timely manner.
  • Represent PACCAR Engine Company in negotiations with regulatory agencies, including EPA and MDEQ.
  • Schedule, profile, track, and supervise waste disposal activities to maintain zero waste to landfill status.
  • Maintain MSDS approvals, manage SDS reviews and approvals, and maintain the SDS database.
  • Maintain a monthly plant-wide chemical usage and emissions database as it pertains to compliance plans.
  • Conduct annual and new hire environmental compliance training.
  • Oversee third-party contractors and consultants related to environmental and safety compliance activities.
  • Ensure PE drawings are collected and maintained as required by government and corporate standards.
  • Support design for safety and safety improvements to equipment and processes.
  • Track greenhouse gas (GHG) changes, prepare and report GHG estimates.
  • Support ergonomic evaluations and improvements according to NIOSH standards.
  • Provide backup support for safety initiatives.
  • Prepare waste manifests, other shipping records, and supporting documentation.
  • Track waste-to-landfill data and act on opportunities to minimize waste generation and landfilling of wastes.
  • Perform other responsibilities as needed based on safety, environmental, or ergonomic initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Biological Engineering required; M.S. degree preferred.
  • 3-5 years of environmental engineering experience required.
  • 1-2 years of industrial safety and health experience preferred.

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Lift, carry, push, or pull 50 pounds or more.
  • Stand and walk for eight hours.
  • Kneel, crawl, and bend for eight hours.
  • Perform repeated bending and squatting.
  • Work at or above shoulder level.
  • Demonstrate good manual dexterity.
  • Climb ladders up to 12 feet in height.
  • Work around machinery with moving parts and cutting parts.
  • Have maximum use of both legs and arms.
  • Operate a motor vehicle and elevating equipment.
  • Be exposed to dust, solvents, and weather extremes with proper protective equipment.
  • Tolerate continuous use of safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes.

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