Director Facility Engineering, SK

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits coverage

Group 401K with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous paid time off

Company paid training and tuition

Positive and safe work environments

Opportunities for growth and developm

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Director of Facility Engineering to lead lifecycle management of projects, coordinate with internal and external teams, and drive successful execution from idea through completion.

The role requires a chemical engineering background, 5–7 years of experience, and strong skills in project management, CAD, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel up to 50% may be required. Competitive benefits accompany this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related required.
• 5-7 years of experience. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Ability to bridge cross functional boundaries within an organization, ability to make decisions in an adverse situation.
• Conflict resolution, ability to support team development, ability to travel, strong business acumen.
• Strong computer skills.
• CAD knowledge and experience in construction and project management.
• Ability to travel 25%-50%.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
• Manage projects from idea phase through completion. Provide status updates, identify shortcomings/delays and work towards resolution.
• Identify and coordinate with appropriate team members to ensure group consensus.
• Assists with new facility acquisition and provides training to help integrate facilities/personnel with existing SK systems.
• Assists with recurring training to keep personnel up to date on system integration and processes.
• Coordinate with technical team to update relevant documents; PDS, TDS, etc.
• Negotiate resources, budgets, schedules, scope.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making under pressure

Travel willingness

Strong business acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Construction experience

Project management

Job description

Clean Harbors is looking for a Director of Facility Engineering, SK to join our team! The Director is responsible for complete lifecycle management of projects related to finished product. Manages the execution of assigned projects, including defining, engineering scheduling, tracking, obtaining approvals, and interfacing with internal & external stakeholders. Coordinates with internal and external teams to perform required tasks.

Clean Harbors (NYSE: CLH) is North America's leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, energy and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America's largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and India. For more information, visit www.cleanharbors.com.

Clean Harbors offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
• Manage projects from idea phase through completion. Provide status updates, identify shortcomings/delays and work towards resolution.
• Identify and coordinate with appropriate team members to ensure group consensus.
• Assists with new facility acquisition and provides training to help integrate facilities/personnel with existing SK systems.
• Assists with recurring training to keep personnel up to date on system integration and processes.
• Coordinate with technical team to update relevant documents; PDS, TDS, etc.
• Negotiate resources, budgets, schedules, scope.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related required.
• 5-7 years of experience. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Ability to bridge cross functional boundaries within an organization, ability to make decisions in an adverse situation.
• Conflict resolution, ability to support team development, ability to travel, strong business acumen.
• Strong computer skills.
• CAD knowledge and experience in construction and project management.
• Ability to travel 25%-50%.

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Identification: 166970

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-10-14

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Facility Engineering

Locations: 1502 E Villa St

Pay Range: 82000.00 - 230347.00 Annually