What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sustainability Engineer position at Penn Engineering?
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PennEngineering is seeking a motivated, excited, individual to be a part of the PennEngineering Sustainability Team as a Sustainability Engineer, you’ll collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things. The Entry-Level Sustainability Engineer supports the company’s global environmental and sustainability initiatives within a precision manufacturing environment. This role helps design and implement sustainable manufacturing practices, improve resource efficiency, and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The position is ideal for an early-career engineer passionate about integrating sustainability into modern production processes.
Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!
Perks and Benefits:
- Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision
- Parental Leave
- 401k and Employer Match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid On the Job Training
- Performance incentive bonuses
- Community Volunteering
- Talent Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Centric Culture
- Company Provided Technology (laptop, phone, monitors for office and home environment)
- Onsite Gym
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Support the development and execution of the company’s sustainability strategy in alignment with corporate and customer goals.
- Collect and analyze environmental performance data, including energy use, water consumption, emissions, and waste.
- Assist with implementing waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency initiatives within the production environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, EHS, and Quality) to identify sustainable materials, processes, and technologies.
- Support life cycle assessments (LCA) and carbon footprint calculations for precision components and manufacturing operations.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on reducing environmental impact and increasing operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Assist in preparing sustainability reports, metrics dashboards, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Stay current on industry trends, standards, and innovations in sustainable manufacturing
Qualifications:
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Sustainability Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Master’s is highly preferred.
- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, engineering, or sustainability preferred (but not required).
- Familiarity with precision manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, metal finishing, assembly) is a plus.
- Demonstrated Project Management experience is desired.
- Knowledge of environmental standards and certifications (ISO 14001, LEED, WELL, GRI).
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of sustainability metrics, energy management, and environmental compliance.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS THAT WILL HELP YOU BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools; experience with CAD or process modeling software is a plus.
- Experience with com, Qlik, and AI tools is helpful
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) endeavors to create a safe space for all employees and customers, regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, national origin, or religion. We lift up voices and opinions by creating a respectful work environment where difference is valued, and we are doing our part to build towards a greater society where diverse points of view are celebrated.