Principal Environmental Engineer

CVR Energy, Inc.•Sugar Land, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Principal Environmental Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing industry best practices and programs related to environmental compliance, data analysis, regulatory recordkeeping and reporting, agency inspections, enforcement actions and internal and public reporting. The Principal Environmental Engineer supports environmental directors and field staff, leads environmental assessments and audit programs, and identifies needs for continuous improvement within the organization. The successful applicant possesses a high level of expertise in federal, state and local environmental regulations and proposed regulatory changes that affect CVR Energy, Inc. and subsidiary companies, and a working knowledge in federal, state and local health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining management systems to assure completeness, accuracy, timely review and submittal of all environmental compliance reporting. Lead activities such as response to inspections, implementation of new regulatory requirements, and drive improvements across the Environmental Affairs organization. Additionally, participation on projects which may impact environmental compliance; control, mitigation or elimination of environmental risks; program, procedure and standard development; compliance record management; and compliance verification through assessments and auditing. This position will function as an environmental project lead for complex environmental compliance and capital projects. Guide cross-functional project teams, leads internal staff on projects, manage contractors and consultants, and coordinates project execution to ensure environmental compliance and operational excellence. The position will regularly interface with EHS professionals, operations, maintenance, contractors and project staff in both field and office settings to fulfill these responsibilities.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred, or related engineering discipline with commensurate experience.
Minimum of 12 years of direct related environmental compliance experience required within the refining and chemical manufacturing; experience in all environmental media is preferred with strong backing in air environmental compliance, RCRA / waste compliance and some experience with NPDES program and permit compliance.
Experience in managing a successful environmental compliance programs.
Thorough understanding of EPA & state environmental regulations applicable to the refining or fertilizer manufacturing industry required.
Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate others, facilitate teamwork with multiple stakeholders, work independently with enthusiasm, establish objectives, drive results and interact with all levels of the organization.
High level of critical-thinking skills, analytical skills, and communication skills.
Demonstrated skill set and mindset to independently solve problems with ability to multi-task and prioritize workload of multiple tasks / projects.
Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and develop practical implementation strategies for compliance.
Ability to effectively manage professional and industry consultants and contractors providing regulatory or assessment and auditing related services.
Excellent organization, written and verbal communication skills to effectively present to peers and management.
Impeccable integrity, ethical standards, and professionalism.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite required; advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferred.
Fluent in English, both oral and written required.
Ability to adjust schedule to meet business demands.

Nice To Haves

P.E. and other EHS&S related certifications preferred.
Experience with managing state or federal level enforcement actions preferred.

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing industry best practices and programs related to environmental compliance, data analysis, regulatory recordkeeping and reporting, agency inspections, enforcement actions and internal and public reporting.
Supporting environmental directors and field staff.
Leading environmental assessments and audit programs.
Identifying needs for continuous improvement within the organization.
Developing and maintaining management systems to assure completeness, accuracy, timely review and submittal of all environmental compliance reporting.
Leading activities such as response to inspections, implementation of new regulatory requirements, and driving improvements across the Environmental Affairs organization.
Participating on projects which may impact environmental compliance.
Controlling, mitigating or eliminating environmental risks.
Developing programs, procedures, and standards.
Managing compliance records.
Verifying compliance through assessments and auditing.
Functioning as an environmental project lead for complex environmental compliance and capital projects.
Guiding cross-functional project teams.
Leading internal staff on projects.
Managing contractors and consultants.
Coordinating project execution to ensure environmental compliance and operational excellence.
Regularly interfacing with EHS professionals, operations, maintenance, contractors and project staff in both field and office settings.
Establishing and maintaining a high level of customer service with internal clients, including employees, supervisors, and management by providing quality and meaningful compliance support.
Efficient and effective completion of responsibilities and duties.
Constructively leading and contributing in a team environment with over environmental knowledgeable professionals.
Establishing and maintaining strong business relationships in the department and facilities.
Developing and maintaining effective environmental data management and reporting systems, and providing recommendations for continuous improvements for accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
Developing periodic and refresher training materials for compliance management systems, as required.
Leading or participating in environmental audits as requested.