EHS Engineer

Canadian Solar Inc.; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

A leading solar energy company is seeking an EHS Engineer to ensure compliance with environmental regulations within a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a degree in environmental engineering or related field, with experience in wastewater treatment and hazardous waste management. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication are essential. This role emphasizes employee growth and sustainability while ensuring adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations including the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage hazardous waste generation, storage, labeling, and disposal.
• Assist with inspections, audits, and maintain records and reports.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Air emissions monitoring

Hazardous waste management

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or related field

Technical certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Environmental management software

Job description

EHS Engineer – Canadian Solar Inc.

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we have been an industry front‑runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability guides every aspect of our organization, and we invest heavily in employee growth and work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Wastewater Treatment: Monitor and operate wastewater treatment systems ensuring effluent quality meets regulatory standards, troubleshoot and optimize processes, maintain records and prepare regulatory reports.
• Air Emissions Management: Monitor air emission sources, ensure compliance with air quality permits (IDEM, EPA), participate in emissions inventory and reporting, and implement corrective actions.
• Hazardous Waste Management: Manage hazardous waste generation, storage, labeling, and disposal per regulations (RCRA), maintain manifests, train employees, and coordinate with contractors and inspectors.
• EHS Compliance & Support: Assist with inspections, audits, and investigations; maintain permits, records, and reports; support health and safety initiatives; participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify process improvement opportunities to reduce environmental impact and operational costs; collaborate with cross‑functional teams on sustainability projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, or related field (engineer) or an associate degree/technical certification (technician).
• At least 1 year of experience preferred.
• Experience in wastewater treatment, air emissions monitoring, hazardous waste management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, and state/local environmental laws.
• Familiarity with environmental sampling methods, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and environmental management software.
• Certifications such as OSHA HAZWOPER or Air Quality Certification are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Primarily an industrial/manufacturing facility environment with hazardous materials.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).