SK Battery America is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Environmental Engineer to support compliance and sustainability initiatives at our advanced lithium-ion battery manufacturing facilities. This role will focus on air, water, waste, and chemical management programs while driving continuous improvement in environmental performances. The Environmental Engineer will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and SHE teams to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while supporting our commitment to innovation and sustainable energy solutions.
Role and Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance & Permitting
- Support environmental permitting activities (Title V Air, NPDES wastewater, stormwater, SPCC, SWPPP, etc.)
- Maintain records for inspections, monitoring, reporting, and compliance certifications.
- Assist with agency correspondence, audits, inspections (EPA, GA EPD, Local authorities, etc.)
Air, Water, and Waste Management
- Track and report emissions inventories, performs AP-42 calculations, and support stack testing.
- Manage wastewater sampling, treatment system monitoring, and DMR reporting.
- Support lithium-ion battery recycling, reuse, and proper disposal practices.
Environmental Reporting & Data Systems
- Prepare and submit environmental reports (Tier II, TRI, Biennial, HWM, DMR, Greenhouse gas, etc.)
- Utilize computerized environmental management systems (Velocity, Enablon, SAP, etc.) for data tracking and analysis
- Develop dashboards to monitor key performance metrics
Sustainability & Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement energy efficient and waste reduction initiatives aligned with corporate sustainability goals
- Support ISO 14001 Environmental management system implementation and audits
- Train employees on environmental awareness, waste segregation, and emergency response
Project & Stakeholder Support
- Collaborate with engineering teams on new equipment installation and process modifications to assess environmental impacts
- Participate in cross functional projects to ensure environmental requirements are integrated
- Cooperate with contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders to resolve technical and compliance matters
Skill and Qualifications:
- BS in environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline (MS preferred)
- 2-5+ years of experience in environmental engineering or compliance 9Manufacturing/chemical EV Battery industry preferred
- Familiarity with lithium-ion battery production processes and associated environmental risks is a plus
- Strong knowledge of Title V air permitting, wastewater treatment, hazardous waste (RCRA), SPCC, SWPPP
- Hands on experience with environmental control equipment) PH meters, automated samplers, dust collectors, scrubbers, activated carbon unit, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft office; experience with Environmental management software is a plus
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions- must be able to wear necessary PPE
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs (sometimes repetitively)
- Ability to walk and be mobile for several hours at a time throughout the day
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
- Excellent organizational skills, communications, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a cross functional and cross-cultural team environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance and sustainability.