Sr. EHS Engineer, Environmental

Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer to ensure compliance with environmental regulations in the EMEA region, focusing on air quality and emissions management. The role involves monitoring compliance, advising management on regulatory changes, conducting environmental audits, and developing sustainability strategies. This position requires expertise in environmental laws and best practices, and it's based in Phoenix, AZ, indicating it is not a remote job.
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At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Senior Environmental Engineer will take a leadership role in ensuring that all operations within the EMEA region meet local, national, and international environmental regulations, with a strong emphasis on air quality compliance and emissions management. This position requires advanced knowledge of environmental laws, policies, and best practices, and the ability to develop and implement proactive strategies for environmental sustainability, risk management, and compliance across multiple sites in the region.

You Will:
• Lead the monitoring of compliance with environmental regulations and standards across the EMEA region.
• Provide expert interpretation and application of complex environmental regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, EU ETS, local air quality standards, water quality, and waste management).
• Oversee compliance with air emissions standards, GHG reporting, air quality permits, and local, regional, and international air pollution control regulations.
• Advise senior management on regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation of necessary updates and compliance adjustments across the region.
• Take ownership of air quality management programs, ensuring all facilities comply with air emissions standards and manage air pollution control technologies effectively.
• Design and implement strategies to minimize emissions, reduce air pollutants, and support the organization's sustainability goals.
• Oversee the preparation of air quality monitoring programs and ensure the implementation of effective air emissions controls.
• Lead air quality audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards, and develop corrective action plans for non-compliance findings.

Environmental Audits and Reporting:
• Conduct in-depth environmental audits to assess compliance with environmental laws, with a specific focus on air quality and emissions.
• Lead the preparation and submission of regulatory reports to local, national, and international authorities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of compliance reports (air emissions, GHG, and other environmental metrics).
• Develop and manage internal reporting systems for environmental performance tracking, with an emphasis on air quality compliance across EMEA sites.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk management strategies related to environmental compliance, particularly concerning air quality and emissions.
• Conduct comprehensive environmental risk assessments and audits, identifying potential non-compliance issues and developing mitigation plans.
• Provide expert recommendations to improve environmental processes, focusing on risk reduction in air emissions and air quality management.
• Mentor and lead environmental compliance teams across the region, providing guidance on best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the design and delivery of training programs focused on environmental compliance, air quality, and emissions management for staff at all levels.
• Facilitate the development of a compliance culture through internal communications and ongoing education on air quality and environmental management issues.
• Work closely with operational, health & safety, legal, and sustainability teams to ensure environmental compliance is integrated into daily operations and long-term projects.
• Act as the principal point of contact with regulatory authorities, providing expert advice and building strong relationships to ensure a proactive and collaborative approach to environmental compliance.
• Lead the development and execution of sustainability initiatives across the EMEA region, focusing on air emissions reduction, carbon footprint management, and waste minimization.
• Support the implementation of corporate sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies, with an emphasis on air quality management and emissions reduction.

You Bring:
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in environmental compliance, sustainability, and air quality management.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, particularly air quality and emissions laws (e.g., EU air quality standards, EU ETS, and GHG reporting requirements).
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams, driving compliance programs, and managing environmental audits and assessments.
• Strong background in air pollution control, environmental risk management, and emissions monitoring.
• Expertise in ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior management, regulators, and operational teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:
• Experience in managing environmental projects, including environmental audits, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting.
• Professional certifications in environmental compliance, sustainability, or environmental engineering a plus (e.g., Certified Environmental Professional, LEED, or equivalent).
• Fluency in multiple languages relevant to the EMEA region is a plus.

Location Requirement: This role is based at the Advanced Manufacturing Plant located in Casa Grande, Arizona with ~50/50% remote to support the EMEA region, with occasional travel required to operational sites in the region.

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