Sustainability & Continuous Improvement Engineer

About the role

The Sustainability & Continuous Improvement Engineer leads and manages engineering projects with a strong focus on sustainability, ensuring all initiatives support Heraeus Precious Metals' commitment to reducing environmental impact. This role also assists other departments with continuous improvement effects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects with a strong focus on sustainability, ensuring all initiatives support the company's commitment to reducing environmental impact.
• Develop and implement project plans that incorporate sustainability principles, emphasizing energy efficiency and resource conservation.
• Monitor and report on sustainability-related key performance indicators (KPIs) at both machine and plant levels. This includes tracking energy consumption, identifying energy savings potential, and reporting on the environmental impact.
• Analyze the energy savings potential of planned engineering measures within the project scope. Develop strategies to maximize energy efficiency and resource optimization.
• Oversee the collection of data on realized energy savings and environmental impacts from completed projects. Utilize this data to report on project success and inform future projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into all facets of project planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and practices in sustainability and incorporate meaningful innovations into project plans.
• Develop and maintain documentation on sustainability practices and outcomes as a reference for stakeholders and as guidance for continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of sustainability within the company, inspiring others to integrate eco-friendly practices into their work areas.
• Assists Operations with annual inventory as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing engineering projects, with a specific focus on sustainability within manufacturing or similar industries.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in tracking and reporting energy consumption and savings in industrial settings.
• In-depth knowledge of sustainable energy technologies and practices.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Commitment to staying informed on the latest developments in sustainability and environmental impact reduction.
• Firm commitment to the HPM Guiding Principles of accountability, customer focus, continuous improvement, clear language, diversity, responsibility, and respect.
• Well-developed leadership skills that inspire and motivate others.
• Unwavering dedication to employee engagement, development, and empowerment.
• Well-organized and self-directed team player that can successfully lead teams.
• An articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization.
• Experience working with international colleagues and/or customers as well as a comfort level reporting in a matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Education in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in sustainability or related fields preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in engineering or sustainability roles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English, with proficiency in German a plus.

Skills

• Project Management
• Sustainability Analysis
• Energy Efficiency
• Resource Conservation
• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Data Analysis

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible working hours
• Health insurance
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

• $75,000 - $90,000 annually

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday