Environmental Engineer

Ultium Cells LLC•Spring Hill, TN

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About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a premiere battery facility, Ultium. The Environmental team at Ultium Cells protects employees and the community by developing and enforcing safety programs, managing environmental compliance, and preparing the plant for emergency response. As an Environmental Engineer, you will design and implement environmental programs and collaborate with a diverse group of professionals to manage environmental compliance and conformance. We are looking for talented individuals who have a passion for the environment and want to help make Ultium Cells a leader in environmental compliance and sustainability. Electricity is the future of transportation, powered by battery cells that are designed and manufactured by some of the brightest, most innovative people in the world. Ultium Cells is committed to using the most technologically advanced methods in the industry to produce the very best of those battery cells, now and for generations to come. We are looking for talented individuals ready to seize the opportunity to learn about and grow with the electric transportation industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
Relevant experience: 4 years or greater
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate proficiently to all levels of management
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant ERP/business systems (e.g., SAP)
Ability to work autonomously and cross-functionally in a team environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including determining compliance & data analysis

Nice To Haves

Experience in a chemical, battery, or automotive manufacturing environment
Emergency response experience
Proficient in Air Permitting, Storm Water Permitting, Wastewater Permitting and/or Large Quantity Hazardous Waste Generator Requirements
Experience developing and leading effective teams, and executing projects
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes
High attention to detail

Responsibilities

Investigate incidents and near-misses, and lead corrective/preventive action
Monitor compliance with EPA, TDEC, and other applicable environmental regulations
Conduct environmental training and inspections
Manage environmental permits, reporting, and air, water and waste management programs, including Large Quantity Hazardous Waste Generator requirements
Support emergency response planning, drills, and readiness activities
Partner with Production and Facilities to identify and mitigate environmental risks
Grow to understand plant manufacturing systems, including production processes, wastewater discharges, storm water management, air emissions impacts, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling programs, to support effective decision-making and regulatory compliance
Interface with business partners and regulatory agencies to prepare required regulatory documentation and reports, and to schedule and perform compliance testing
Build bridges by engaging with our Business Partners and environmental leaders to enable success for the organization, ensuring the achievement of Business Plan goals and objectives, as well as meeting regulatory compliance requirements (Engagement Leads to Collaboration)
Engage with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and any other local regulatory agencies to ensure implementation of robust environmental programs and to build relationships that support innovation and expedient resolution of concerns (Engagement Leads to Collaboration)
Monitor environmental parameters and progress to provide recommendations for continuous improvement
Maintain environmental records, metrics, and regulatory documentation
Promote a proactive safety culture across the plant
Understand, demonstrate, and preserve workplace and process safety, PPE requirements, including, but not limited to hazardous materials, equipment and other general workplace requirements.