Environmental Engineer

Metromont LLC•Greenville, SC

29d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Engineer supports Metromont’s environmental compliance programs and drives continuous improvement across all plant operations. This includes air permitting, stormwater management, waste handling, chemical management, spill prevention, and related regulatory programs. The role ensures that environmental risks are identified, understood, and effectively controlled through strong systems, reliable processes, and field engagement.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (EPA, state agencies, local ordinances)
Ability to explain environmental requirements in practical terms to plant personnel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to build positive working relationships across facilities
Proficiency in environmental monitoring methods and equipment
Ability to adapt to evolving requirements, tasks, and schedules
Demonstrates consistent safe-working behaviors and environmental stewardship
Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors
Bachelor’s Degree
3-5 years previous relevant experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in industrial hygiene or any other science field preferred
CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) designation preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary regulatory contact with federal, state, and local environmental agencies for inspections, reporting, permitting and compliance-related communications.
Manage environmental regulatory programs including:
Air permitting (construction and operating)
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
Tier II chemical inventory reporting
Hazardous waste and universal waste management
Waste minimization and recycling initiatives
Conduct environmental assessments at all plants and document findings, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
Review regulations, permits, and guidance to ensure Metromont remains compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
Prepare and submit environmental reports, monitoring results, and permit renewals.
Oversee stormwater sampling events, data analysis, and corrective actions.
Provide engineering recommendations to reduce environmental risks and prevent violations.
May be required to perform basic Industrial Hygiene (IH) sampling practices, such as air monitoring or noise measurements, as needed to support overall EHS compliance.
Develop, maintain, and update facility environmental plans and technical documentation.
Create tools, procedures, and training materials that improve understanding and execution at the facility level.
Conduct root-cause evaluations of environmental events and identify systems-level improvements.
Support the Corporate Safety Director and Safety Managers during environmental audits and inspections.
Coordinate work with consultants, laboratories, and regulatory agencies as needed.
Provide field guidance during environmental inspections, sampling activities, spills, or abnormal events.
Coach facility teams on environmental expectations and help integrate environmental considerations into daily work.
Verify proper labeling, storage, and handling of chemicals and wastes across facilities.
Review invoices for environmental services and forward approved invoices to accounting.
Maintain environmental records, logbooks, sampling data, and regulatory files.
Track corrective actions and ensure timely closure.