What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Compliance Director position at AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company?
Join AMERICAN as our Environmental Compliance Director and lead AMERICAN's environmental compliance program, ensuring we meet and exceed all environmental regulations. You'll oversee a skilled team, manage permitting and compliance, and shape our environmental strategy while working on impactful engineering projects.
This is a hands on role that combines strategic leadership, technical expertise, and field work.
What You'll Do
- Lead and mentor environmental staff (Environmental Managers, Design Engineers, Specialists, and student workers).
- Ensure all required air, water, and waste permits are secured and renewed. Monitor processes, review discharge analyses, and recommend corrective actions.
- Oversee environmental projects, waste management procedures, and cost-effective treatment processes for air, water, and waste streams.
- Work with legislators, regulatory agencies, and industry groups to influence environmental policy and stay ahead of changing laws.
- Collaborate with neighborhood associations and respond to environmental concerns related to AMERICAN's operations.
- Provide environmental audits for AMERICAN and its subsidiaries. Lead inspections and respond to compliance investigations.
- Partner with engineering leadership to address operational risks and develop solutions.
What We're Looking For
- Education: Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Biology (ABET-accredited for engineering) OR equivalent degree with 8 years in environmental compliance.
- Must possess and maintain the following licenses/certifications:
- Alabama Professional Engineer License.
- DOT HazMat/49 CFR Part 172 certification (current).
- Smoke School Certification (field & lecture, current).
- Must exhibit deep knowledge of environmental laws, permitting, and compliance.
- Prior leadership and management experience.
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, and technical measuring instruments.
Other Requirements
- Possess a State of Alabama Professional Engineers License.
- Valid driver's license.
- Willingness to work extra hours when required.
- Ability to work in varied weather conditions and safely navigate industrial environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's in Environmental Management.
- Six or more years as an Environmental Manager or Design Engineer in manufacturing.
- Familiarity with AMERICAN's engineering policies and procedures
AMERICAN Benefits:
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
- Eagan Center for Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Supplemental Vision
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
About AMERICAN:
Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1905, AMERICAN is a manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry, and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for waterworks products and large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way by applying the Golden Rule in life and in business, always exceeding customer expectations, by empowering and supporting our team members, and by being a good neighbor in our communities.
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