Environmental Engineer

ALTIVIA•La Porte, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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