Sr. Environmental Engineer - Days (M-F, $120k-$135k + 10% bonus)
Job Description
Job Description
SR. ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER - DAYS
Houston, TX (Houston metro) | Full-time, direct hire
Schedule: Days, Monday-Friday
Pay: $120,000 - $135,000/year + 10% annual bonus
Sign-on bonus available | Local candidates preferred (no relocation)
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
A global specialty chemicals and advanced materials manufacturer is hiring a Senior Environmental Engineer for its Houston plant. This is a replacement hire with ASAP urgency. You will serve as the site's subject matter expert for air compliance, own the site's environmental programs and keep the plant 100% compliant with federal, state, local and corporate requirements. You join a 7-person HESQ team (Sr. Safety Specialist, Environmental Specialist, Senior Chemist, Management Systems Lead, Lab Specialist and HSE Technician). This role is for someone who wants to make an impact, not simply maintain compliance.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Lead air compliance for the site, covering air emissions from liquid, gas and solid process streams, emissions calculations and permitting strategy
- Prepare air permit applications, modifications and renewals, including NSR (New Source Review) permits
- Support the remaining environmental media (water/wastewater, solid and hazardous waste) and keep the plant fully compliant with laws, permits and corporate standards
- Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports and notices on time; lead compliance audits
- Review permits, interpret regulations and drive compliance actions with operations and plant leadership
- Apply working knowledge of Federal EPA rules, State of Texas (TCEQ) air, water and solid waste regulations, Harris County and City of Houston requirements, plus DOT and OSHA codes
- Manage the LDAR monitoring program, quarterly thermal oxidizer/flare testing and waste disposal within budget; process environmental invoices in SAP
- Train plant management and personnel on environmental responsibilities (plant training days, computer-based training)
- Provide environmental guidance on MOCs, capital appropriation requests and SOPs; run environmental reviews and recommend solutions
- Coordinate testing and conduct environmental sampling as needed
- Build productive relationships with regulatory agencies through meetings and seminars
- Track regional and state legislation; participate in groups such as the Texas Chemical Council, Texas Industry Project, Houston Regional Monitoring and the North Channel LEPC
- Report site environmental, energy and sustainability KPIs
- Follow HESQ systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and RCMS
WHAT YOU NEED
- 7-8+ years of progressive environmental experience in a manufacturing setting, with strong air compliance experience in Texas
- Degree preferred: B.S. in Environmental or Chemical Engineering (Environmental Science, Chemistry or related degree considered with strong experience)
- Industry background in chemical manufacturing, refining/petrochemical or pulp and paper
- Working knowledge of TCEQ regulations and Texas air permitting requirements (including NSR), plus federal and Harris County / Houston air rules
- Strong plant process understanding to evaluate the impact of new and changing regulations
- Regulation-driven and naturally curious about environmental compliance; takes ownership and accountability
- Comfortable influencing operations and leadership on environmental matters
- Able to evaluate contractors and work with minimal supervision
- Advanced MS Office; SAP preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication with agencies, plant, corporate and consultants; strong organization and project management
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Phone screen, panel interview with the plant manager, then rounds with the Regional Environmental Manager and the Environmental Director.
BENEFITS
Competitive salary, 10% annual bonus target, sign-on bonus available, and a full corporate benefits package.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
On-site at an operating chemical plant in Houston. Office and plant floor work, including field sampling, inspections and regulatory testing oversight. PPE required in operating areas.