Environmental Engineer

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Nekoosa, (Wisconsin, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Environmental Engineer. This job is full-time permanent.

Domtar is seeking an Environmental Engineer (air focus) at their Pulp & Paper Mill in Nekoosa, Wisconsin. Reporting to the Environmental Manager, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ensuring compliance with various environmental regulations and permits within the mill.

Responsibilities:

• Take part in or lead compliance inspections with State and Corporate
• Manage environmental contractors and consultants in your areas of responsibility.
• Maintain routine regulatory records for permits and environmental programs.
• Manage mill’s recycling programs, hazardous waste program, and waste shipments and reporting.
• Prepare regulatory reports, ensure inspections and repair are made in compliance with regulatory schedule.
• Report monthly data for Corporate as needed, including but not limited to quarterly and annual reporting, and sustainability reporting.
• Serves as a backup to the Environmental Engineer in regard to daily Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations, DMR reporting and storm water inspections.  Be supportive of other environmental disciplines and mill programs (NPDES, FERC, and landfill)

Education and Related Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 3-5 years of environmental engineering experience in industrial environment
• Experience in Title V permitting activities preferred
• Knowledge of water programs, including WPDES (NPDES) permits preferred
• Knowledge of air, water, solid waste, and hazardous waste programs
• Familiarity with environmental regulations
• Experience in pulp & paper industry preferred
• State Wastewater Operator Certification and/or Solid Waste Disposal Facility Manager Certification a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities:

• Proven leadership, knowledge and understanding of safe work practices.
• Demonstrated professionalism and integrity in dealing with others – strong sense of ethics.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various departments/individuals, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Strong technical, analytical, process analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make logical/sound decisions and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Continuously look for and implement process improvements and procedures – must be adaptive to change.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team.
• Results-focused, well organized and detail-oriented.
• Occasional travel may be required.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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