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Senior Environmental Engineer

EMERALD KALAMA CHEMICAL LIMITED
Kalama, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Environmental Engineer position at EMERALD KALAMA CHEMICAL LIMITED?

Job Highlights

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including Clean Water, Waste, Air Quality, Pollution Control, and other applicable standards.

Conduct environmental inspections (e.g., NESHAP FF, generator hours, opacity, Leak Detection and Repair [LDAR]) and perform environmental sampling.

Plan, oversee, and review source testing for plant emission units.

Support key environmental programs, including hazardous waste management, stormwater, and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC).

Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies and maintain online compliance databases.

Collect, track, and analyze environmental data to support compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and coordinate ongoing permit renewal processes.

Collaborate with the legal team on permit documentation and compliance matters.

Oversee the site's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, including energy use, production, and air emissions.

Lead meetings, produce agendas and minutes, and manage communications with the Southwest Clean Air Agency (SWCAA) regarding permits.

Implement and manage construction, NSPR, and BACT permits.

Develop and maintain air-related programs, forecast regulatory changes, and provide training to management and operations teams.

Execute environmental programs, follow established guidelines, and independently resolve issues when necessary.

Experience And Skills

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.

Min. 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, preferably in a chemical plant or industrial setting.

Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and experience working with regulatory agencies.

Experience with Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), SPCC, and hazardous waste management.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to identify gaps in existing programs and develop solutions to ensure compliance and sustainability.

Physical Requirements

Work outdoors in varying conditions (heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals, vibration).

Perform field activities: walk long distances, climb ladders, carry equipment (up to 50 lbs), bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and work in confined spaces or at heights.

Frequent repetitive motions and occasional fine hand work; operate vehicles and tools.

Work around heavy equipment while wearing required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, boots, hard hat, hearing protection, respirator).

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Location: Kalama

Employee Type: Regular

Who we are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

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What we offer you

Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. In accordance with Washington state requirements, the established pay range for this position is Min: $107,800 to Max: $179,600. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including the salary budget, internal equity, and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include:

  • Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deducti

Salary : $107,800 - $179,600

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