Environmental Engineering Specialist

3M•Maplewood, MN

8d•$145,676 - $178,049•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Engineering Specialist evaluates the effectiveness of programs, processes, and technology related to water discharges at 3M manufacturing facilities worldwide, supporting compliance and risk reduction. The role provides global leadership and strategic direction on water stewardship and compliance, develops standard work for water programs and tools, and collaborates with area and site EHS teams to validate improvements. The specialist works across corporate EHS, engineering, R&D, legal affairs, area and site teams, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders to improve performance, identify and develop best practices, and implement environmental technologies. The role is based on-site at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, at least four days per week, with travel of up to 20% domestically and internationally. Relocation may be authorized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline, completed and verified before starting.
At least 10 years of environmental or engineering experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Combined expertise in water distribution, treatment, and optimization.
Experience with global, regional (such as U.S. or Asia), and/or state environmental regulations, permits, and regulatory compliance strategies for manufacturing facilities.
Experience in process engineering, design engineering, project management, and/or manufacturing or production.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the effectiveness of programs, processes, and technology related to water discharges at 3M manufacturing facilities globally.
Foster a culture focused on compliance and risk reduction.
Engage with water regulatory agencies as needed to assist area and site EHS colleagues and support manufacturing facility operations.
Provide global leadership and strategic direction on water stewardship and compliance expertise.
Develop standard work for water programs and tools, validating improvements with area EHS teams to ensure they are efficient and effective.
Collaborate with corporate EHS, area and site EHS teams, engineering, R&D, legal affairs, and external stakeholders to drive performance excellence, develop best practices, and implement novel environmental technologies.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong EHS culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.