Environmental & Sustainability Engineer

Steel Dynamics•Columbus, MS

1d•Remote

About The Position

Manage the environmental program for compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules, regulations, and permit conditions and active involvement as a remote member of the environmental sustainability and decarbonization team.

Requirements

BS in in Environmental, Engineering, Metallurgy, Sustainability, or science related field and 2 years’ steel or manufacturing experience.
Excellent organizational and project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to identify emerging issues, analyze potential impacts and translate ideas and insights into viable recommendations for action
Experience in the environmental or sustainability field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work and influence cross-functionally across the organization as well as with all SDI stakeholders
Willingness to work additional hours as required
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong analtical and proble-solving skills
Self-starter, goal oriented, with a desire to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated credentials in the sustainability or environmental profession.
Knowledgeable regarding energy related technologies to reduce manufacturing emissions and energy use

Responsibilities

Lead, develop and execute all environmental program areas including air, water, waste, wastewater, spill prevention & cleanup, DOT, and EPCRA.
Interact with Federal, State and Local agencies, along with legislative bodies, trade groups, legal consultants, and other professional groups.
Prepare and obtain necessary environmental permits, working with consultants and agency personnel to secure appropriate permit conditions.
Duties include preparation of all required documentation and reporting forms such as air, EPCRA, water, waste, and wastewater. Documenting compliance with permit conditions through sampling, recordkeeping, and data retrieval.
Direct and/or assist fellow employees in completing daily environmental tasks.
Provide training as needed to meet various environmental requirements.
Work closely with Steel Dynamics Corporate Environmental Sustainability Team to support and lead sustainability initiatives
Monitor relevant sustainability focused initiatives for biomass, biocarbon, and the forestry sector.
Work in close partnership with Fiber Procurement Coordinator and assist as needed with site’s PEFC Chain of Custody Certification.
Coordinate closely with safety and medical personnel to maintain a safe work environment