Sr Environmental Engineer

Kaneka North America • Pasadena, TX

4d • $108,900 - $136,100

About The Position

Kaneka North America is seeking a senior-level environmental engineer to support environmental permitting, compliance, reporting, and waste-management activities at the site. The role covers multiple environmental media and requires working closely with other Senior Engineers to provide cross-coverage for critical duties when colleagues are absent or departmental workloads need balancing. The position also collaborates with the Environmental Technician on site waste management and compliance.

Requirements

• Multimedia environmental knowledge and the ability to cross-cover critical duties performed by other Senior Engineers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification for visible emissions monitoring via EPA Method 9.
• Emotional empathy.
• Positive attitude.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and prepare NSR air permit applications as needed.
• Assist with preparation of permit applications across all environmental media.
• Prepare Texas Title V Federal Operating Permits.
• Manage HRVOC and NOx compliance and reporting, including MECT and HECT program compliance.
• Serve as the HRVOC subject matter expert, monitor cooling tower testing, and maintain the QAP.
• Maintain, prepare, and report emissions inventory calculations.
• Manage LDAR compliance.
• Report greenhouse gas emissions.
• Manage regulatory fee payments, including annual emission fees.
• Prepare TRI, SARA 313, and Tier II reports.
• Maintain NOR and site waste registration with TCEQ as needed.
• Keep waste manifests accurate and up to date.
• Serve as the site waste-management subject matter expert and work with the Environmental Technician to maintain compliance for storage pads, waste hauls, and manifesting.
• Cross-train with other Senior Engineers and provide coverage for critical duties when needed.
• Obtain and maintain certification for visible emissions monitoring via EPA Method 9.
• Develop and maintain compliance systems that support routine reporting.
• Prepare emissions-event reporting, including upset and maintenance notifications and follow-up.
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and participate in external regulatory agency audits.

Benefits

• People-first, safety-focused work environment.
• Continuous learning and opportunities for growth.
• Support for employee development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed