Environmental Engineer

Genie Matthews & Associates is seeking a Plant Environmental Engineer in Mt Pleasant, SC, to lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. Responsibilities include developing policies, conducting risk assessments, managing environmental programs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in specialty chemical manufacturing. Familiarity with environmental regulations is essential.
Genie Matthews and Associates is hiring a Plant Environmental Engineer in Mt Pleasant, SC. The role focuses on leading environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives, developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and managing environmental programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in specialty chemical manufacturing. Familiarity with various environmental regulations is required.
Great opportunity to join an expanding global chemical client as the Plant Environmental Engineer to lead and strengthen environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. This role will involve environmental/ regulatory programs (air, water, wastewater, hazardous waste), working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvements.

Responsibilities:

--Develop, implement, and oversee environmental policies, procedures, and the site Environmental System ensuring regulatory compliance.

--Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential environmental hazards and implement targeted Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) plans.

--Provide expertise and technical guidance for environmental remediation projects, supporting both internal and external teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

--Partner with site personnel to elevate environmental programs, ensuring alignment with regulations and fostering a proactive improvement culture.

--Lead investigations into environmental incidents, oversee incident reporting, and manage environmental targets and objectives.

--Analyze environmental data and perform quality checks to support informed decision-making and regulatory alignment.

--Prepare, review, and submit Environmental Compliance Reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

--Conduct internal audits and participate in external environmental audits to maintain high standards of compliance.

--Collaborate on New Product Introductions to ensure all environmental compliance requirements are met effectively.

--Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs to promote team competency and compliance in environmental standards.

Qualifications:

--Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the specialty chemical manufacturing industry.

--Familiarity with National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), Organic Chemical Manufacturing (MON) AND Clean Water Act (CWA).

--Proficient in managing solid and hazardous waste compliance requirements.

--Knowledge of NPDES and On-Site Wastewater Treatment protocols, including Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD

--Experienced in calculating Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Hazardous Air

--Able to work in the USA without sponsorship, now or in the future.