Environmental Engineer - Water

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented Environmental Engineer - Water to join our team at the Martinez Refinery in California.

About the role

The Water Environmental Engineer reports to the Environmental Manager and works with a team of environmental professionals to support air, water, and waste environmental compliance for the refinery. This role ensures environmental requirements are clearly understood and conveyed throughout the organization, primarily supporting the onsite wastewater treatment plant, stormwater management, spill prevention and response, and the BWON programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate compliance assurance for refinery operations for environmental permits and regulations, including NPDES Permit, Waste Discharge Requirements, Site Cleanup Requirements, SPCC, SWPPP, OPA 90, and APSA.
• Interpret regulatory and technical language and negotiate issues with a broad group of stakeholders.
• Lead and participate in inspections and audits.
• Provide environmental technical guidance for non-routine activities.
• Manage the facility’s Benzene Waste Operations program.
• Participate in the refinery on-call environmental duty rotation and respond to refinery environmental incidents following the Incident Command Structure.
• Participate as a member of the Refinery Oil Spill Response Team.
• Develop technical skills and capabilities to enable back-up support for other environmental roles for air and waste regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging environmental regulatory requirements for business impact and coordinate implementation with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement by promoting environmental opportunities and enhancements.
• Negotiate future compliance requirements with applicable agencies for renewals and modifications to the refinery’s water permits.
• Oversee contract resources within deadline and budget constraints.
• Develop and deliver training to refinery personnel and contractors concerning permit, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• Prepare monthly discharge monitoring reports, NPDES permit reports, and other regulatory reports.
• Lead and participate in compliance/enforcement issues with applicable agencies.
• Lead and participate in environmental audits.
• Provide guidance and support to other environmental staff in areas of expertise.
• Participate in state/industry trade association working groups.
• Maintain required environmental plans, including Oil Spill Response and SPCC plans.
• Manage the site’s environmental reserve budget and other environmental project budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, environmental science, physical sciences, or other closely related technical field.
• Available in off-hours and days to respond to refinery issues or emergencies, including on-call emergency response functions.
• Mix of computer-based office work and field inspection/testing in refinery plant units.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Active TWIC card or ability to obtain one.

Physical Requirements

• Climb ladders and walk up/down steps.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Work at heights and outside in inclement weather.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in federal, California, and/or local Bay Area environmental regulatory experience.
• Industrial experience (refining, petrochemical, or other industries).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate using strong technical, verbal, written, and persuasive skills to obtain agreement with agency personnel.

Schedule

• Occasionally an altered work schedule over an extended period may be required (maintenance outages and turnarounds).

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Pension Plan.
• Medical, dental, vision plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional voluntary benefits offered at group discounts.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $92,846.05 - $164,756.20. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills, and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation.