What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer position at ALTIVIA?
The Environmental Engineer will report directly to the EHS Manager and be accountable for overseeing the site Environmental and procedures to ensure site compliance with necessary regulations. This function supports the daily operation of both Texas facilities (Laporte/Crosby) and will have accountability to the site management and operations teams to ensure all aspects of daily operation related to air, water, and solids waste management. The Environmental Engineer will work closely with the rest of the leadership team in the implementation of other site objectives as needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide support to plant personnel to ensure regulatory compliance with safety, transportation and environmental regulations (federal, state and local)
- Monthly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting to regulatory bodies (e.g., DMRs, TSCA, SARA 311/312/313, NPDES, Title V, RCRA, RMP and other site-required programs), as well as close cooperation with such bodies with timely responses on permits, audits, and inquiries
- Manage permit renewals (NSR, GCA, Stormwater, etc)
- Coordinate compliance testing activities, including stack testing, RATA testing for boilers, stormwater sampling, RCRA metals testing, fugitive leak detection program, etc.
- Ensure conformity with Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) requirements, maintain documentation supporting Responsible Care certification
- Serve as point person for internal EHS audits and participate as necessary in external audits (industry / OSHA)
- Support PSSR and MOC processes
- Support investigation of all environmental incidents, serving as the Environmental SME for Crosby/Laporte facilities.
- Log incidents into Frontline to maintain compliance and support trending/learning.
- Participate in the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and Mutual Aid Agency (e.g. CIMA/MAMBI) as needed to support community emergency planning and coordination.
- Manage emergency plan submission to local authorities.
- Providing unit level support for the maintenance of IH exposure assessments, exposure monitoring and communication of IH exposure records
- Manage all procedures, procedure reviews and training related to the EHS Manual.
- Develop and maintain EHS training documentation; facilitate training as needed; and maintain records of training, safety meetings, and compliance activities.
- Work closely with other ALTIVIA EHS resources as required.
- Maintain strong interface with operators and technicians, plant supervision at all levels, and logistics / HQ stakeholders
- Maintain gas monitoring equipment and supplies
- Arrange waste shipments from the facility including hazardous and non-hazardous.
- Serve as the radiation safety officer
- Participate in new product introduction activities to ensure HSE items are addressed
- Support injury case management
- Support and guidance on personal protective equipment program
- Support product stewardship issues (e.g. REACH registrations and submissions)
- Implement any necessary programs such as the EPA’s Methylene Chloride - Workplace Chemical Protection Program
Role model the desired behaviors needed to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance
Qualifications:- Associate’s degree in environmental engineering (or equivalent), including 5 years’ experience in chemical plant operation.
- Strong understanding & experience in OSHA and environmental regulations, and hazardous materials handling.
- A proven record of responsibility/accountability to meeting department and plant goals and safety leadership
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to satisfy the internal customer requirements of this position
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks will be essential
- Possesses a high level of initiative and is able to work effectively with minimum supervision
- Maintains a sense of urgency, individual responsibility, and possesses the ability to effectively work under pressure and with changing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree Environmental Science or Engineering
- 5 years’ experience with permitting or regulatory background preferred.
- Experience in PSM regulated facilities and related jurisdictional requirements.
- Deep knowledge of EPA and State environmental regulations
- Thorough knowledge of DOT regulations
Work Schedule & Location Requirements
The standard work schedule for this position requires on-site presence across (2) ALTIVIA facilities. The role is structured to support operational needs at each location, with a planned allocation of:
- Two (2) days per week at the Crosby Facility
- Three (3) days per week at the LaPorte Facility