Environmental Health Safety Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems ensuring effluent quality meets regulatory standards.
• Help troubleshoot and optimize treatment processes to improve efficiency and compliance when necessary.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Monitor air emission sources.
• Ensure compliance with air quality permits and regulations (IDEM, EPA).
• Participate in air emissions inventory and reporting activities.
• Implement corrective actions for any deviations or violations.
• Manage hazardous waste generation, storage, labeling, and disposal in accordance with regulations (e.g., RCRA).
• Maintain hazardous waste manifests and related documentation.
• Train employees on hazardous waste handling and emergency response procedures.
• Collaborate with waste disposal contractors and regulatory inspectors.
• Assist with environmental inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Maintain environmental permits, records, and reports.
• Support health and safety initiatives related to environmental hazards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for EHS incidents.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sustainability projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (for Engineer role); Associate degree or relevant technical certification for Technician role.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred.
• Experience in wastewater treatment, air emissions monitoring, and hazardous waste management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations including Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, and state/local environmental laws.
• Familiarity with environmental sampling methods, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and environmental management software.
• Certifications such as OSHA HAZWOPER, or Air Quality Certification are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Primarily industrial/manufacturing facility environment.
• Will require wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Hazardous materials environment.