Environmental & Sustainability Leader

Nemak•Pickering, AR

About The Position

The Environmental Sustainability Engineer/Leader in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, will design and execute Nemak USA’s environmental compliance and sustainability strategy. Acting as a technical authority and strategic advisor, the role ensures adherence to environmental regulations, reduces environmental impacts, and improves energy performance. The position partners with site-level environmental professionals and HSE management to foster alignment and innovation. The role leads multi-site environmental compliance and management programs, supports ISO 14001 systems, and develops energy and decarbonization strategies. It also guides energy-efficiency projects, monitors and reports performance data, supports sustainability investment planning, and aligns local initiatives with Nemak’s global ESG priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in environmental compliance and sustainability management within manufacturing settings.
In-depth knowledge of EPA, WDNR, and related regulatory guidelines.
Experience with ISO 14001.
Outstanding communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Availability and willingness to travel to Nemak USA facilities; travel may be up to 75% of the time.

Nice To Haves

A strong interest in or experience with ISO 50001 implementation.
Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) credential.
Experience with melting operations and environmental controls.
Familiarity with WDNR requirements.

Responsibilities

Ensure Nemak USA sites comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including EPA and WDNR requirements.
Lead multi-site programs for air, water, waste, and hazardous materials management, and support implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
Conduct targeted environmental audits and oversee corrective action plans.
Serve as Nemak USA’s liaison with regulatory agencies and other stakeholders.
Develop and execute a cross-site energy roadmap, including renewable energy sourcing, fuel switching, and on-site power production strategies.
Lead decarbonization initiatives to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
Implement ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems.
Identify and oversee energy-efficiency projects targeting at least a 3% annual reduction in energy usage.
Monitor, analyze, and report energy KPIs, consumption trends, and emissions data.
Collaborate with Finance and Operations on sustainability capital expenditure planning and return-on-investment analysis.
Facilitate cross-functional workshops and share best practices within Nemak USA and with global teams.
Align local initiatives with Nemak’s global ESG priorities and Climate Task Force mandates.
Provide expert guidance to Environmental Coordinators and Specialists throughout the organization.
Work with HSE Managers to identify and close compliance and performance gaps.
Represent Nemak USA in internal and external sustainability forums.