Environmental Engineer

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Engineer in Columbus, MS to manage compliance with environmental regulations and the ISO14001 system. Responsibilities include interacting with regulatory agencies, preparing permits and documentation, and providing training. Candidates should have a BS in a related field, strong organizational skills, and preferably experience in the environmental field. The position is full-time and requires leadership and communication skills.
Overview

Manage the environmental program for compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules, regulations, and permit conditions.

Responsibilities
• Manage the ISO14001 environmental management system encompassing all environmental program areas including air, wastewater treatment and discharge, storm water, spill prevention and cleanup, solid waste minimization and disposal, hazardous and special waste disposal and radiation.
• Interact with Federal, State and Local agencies, along with legislative bodies, trade groups, legal consultants, and other professional groups.
• Prepare and obtain necessary environmental permits, working with consulting and agency personnel to secure permit conditions preferential to the company.
• Duties include preparation of all required documentation and forms such as SARA, manifests, annual air emission inventory, and monthly, semiannual, and annual reports. Documenting compliance with permit conditions through sampling, data retrieval, and records availability.
• Assist with radiation detection systems and rejections for incoming product material or scrap.
• Assist fellow environmental personnel in directing employees in completing daily environmental tasks.
• Provide training as needed to meet various environmental requirements.

Qualifications

Required
• BS in related field.
• Must have excellent organizational, documentation, and record keeping skills.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, goal oriented.

Preferred
• Experience in the environmental field.
• The ability to work comfortably with others within and outside SDI.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.