Senior Manager, Sustainability Engineering

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.•Itasca, IL

3d•$136,000 - $195,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Sustainability Engineering leads the engineering and assurance functions within AIT's Global Sustainability group, advancing the company's decarbonization and zero net carbon commitments. The role directs technical sustainability engineering initiatives across air, ocean, and ground transportation and establishes and manages audit-ready emissions measurement, verification, and reporting aligned with global frameworks. The Senior Manager leads a team, partners cross-functionally with operations and customers, and ensures sustainability data can withstand external assurance and regulatory scrutiny.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Data Science, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in sustainability/ESG, environmental engineering, or emissions assurance.
At least 1 year of experience with carbon measurement, auditing, and verification against global frameworks such as the GHG Protocol and GLEC.
At least 1 year of people leadership experience managing a technical team.
High proficiency in carbon footprint analysis and emissions-reduction engineering.
High proficiency in sustainability reporting frameworks and assurance, including GHG Protocol, GLEC, ISO 14083, and GRI/CDP.
Medium proficiency in ESG data analytics and visualization, including Excel, SQL, and PowerBI.
High proficiency in audit methodology, data integrity, and internal controls.
High proficiency in communication and cross-functional leadership.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Lead sustainability engineering initiatives across air, ocean, and ground transportation, including renewable fuels, modal shift, energy efficiency, and emissions-reduction projects.
Own the emissions audit and assurance program, establishing audit-ready methodologies and verification processes aligned with the GHG Protocol, GLEC Framework, and ISO 14083.
Direct carbon and ESG data integrity, validation, and controls to ensure data withstands external audits and regulatory review, including CSRD and Scope 3 reporting.
Lead, mentor, and develop the sustainability engineering and auditing team.
Lead external ESG assessments, audits, and scoring-platform submissions.
Partner with operations, sales, and customers to embed verified sustainability practices and support customer decarbonization and reporting needs.
Monitor evolving regulations, standards, and technologies and translate them into engineering and audit requirements.
Prepare and present sustainability engineering and audit findings, metrics, and recommendations to leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

Potential bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics, depending on position.
Medical insurance.
Prescription coverage.
Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
AD&D coverage.
Disability coverage.
Supplemental health coverage.
Employee Support.
Paid parental leave.
Pet insurance.
401(k).
Tuition reimbursement.
10 to 20 vacation days depending on tenure.
2 personal days.
1 floating holiday.
5 sick days.
5 volunteer hours.
6 company holidays, plus Veterans Day for veterans.