Environmental Engineer

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an Environmental Engineer, based out of the Hammond, LA office. This position is responsible for the environmental permitting and compliance for multiple sites in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida within our Gulf Coast Region.

Day to Day

• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations. Support a positive safety culture and ensure compliance for multiple locations in our aggregate plants, working with operation managers and senior management to facilitate our journey to environmental excellence.
• Responsible for the environmental permitting and regulatory compliance of multiple quarry and sand and gravel sites in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
• Prepares permits and collects permit data associated with mining which include but are not limited to: Surface Mine Permits, Air Permits, Mining Permits, Environmental Resource Permits, Industrial Wastewater Permits (NPDES) and Stormwater Permits.
• Collects data and maintains required records on air emission inventories, discharge monitoring reports (DMR) and waste management.
• Must have applicable knowledge of and experience with the state and federal laws and rules that regulate mining in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida or similar states.
• Provides accurate and timely technical guidance to management as to conducting compliant mining operations and regulatory policy.
• Conducts environmental inspections, audits and training.
• Supervises and reviews the work of a wide range of technical consultants.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned
• Under general direction, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for environmental compliance and special projects for air and wastewater quality, biosolids, facility and construction storm water management, greenhouse gas emissions, underground storage tanks, and environmental audits; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the manager.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing environmental compliance and regulatory services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; and allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; and make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation, tracking and reporting of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures; participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; and implement discipline procedures.
• Will perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including administration of permits, monitoring, data analysis and review, record keeping and reporting, compliance assessment; performing and overseeing data analysis activities; identifying trends and relationships; and interpreting results and findings pertinent to prevailing regional environmental conditions.
• Other duties will include providing technical direction and leadership to staff involved in the design and performance of technical monitoring, compliance, and research projects; ensuring that projects are well defined for implementation and demonstrate applicability to the District; preparing analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; attending and participating in professional group meetings; and staying abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of environmental compliance and regulatory efforts.

About You

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from a college or University accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in a science or engineering.
• Four (4) years of responsible work experience in environmental permitting and compliance. This includes a level of knowledge and experience with: Air Permits, Industrial Wastewater and Stormwater (NPDES), Spill Prevention Control & Counter Measure (SPCC) plans, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and 404/402 Certification.
• Experience with wetlands as defined by United States Army Corps of Engineers to include delineation and compliance with permitting for dredge and fill.
• Additional technical skills such as: AutoCAD, ArcGIS and Land Surveying (while not required) would be beneficial.
• The candidate must be organized and possess the ability to manage multiple sites in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. This position requires travel as needed.
• Position requires initiative, a positive approach and the ability to work in a dynamic, diverse team environment.

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.