Environmental Compliance Engineer

Hawaii Association of Environmental Professionals; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Association of Environmental Professionals seeks a seasoned environmental compliance specialist to ensure day-to-day regulatory adherence at Energy Delivery facilities under federal, state, and county rules covering air, water, hazardous materials, and noise. You will design, oversee, and implement tactical programs while coordinating with the Environmental Department for strategic support.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering, deep regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and county environmental laws, regulations and procedures.
• “Working knowledge” of environmental principles and compliance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day regulatory compliance at Energy Delivery facilities with federal, state, and county environmental rules for air, water, hazardous materials, and noise.
• Design, oversee implementation of and carry out tactical environmental compliance programs.
• Act as primary internal contact on environmental compliance matters for the Energy Delivery process area.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Regulatory analysis

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural sciences or engineering

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Database applications

Mainframe literacy

Job description

Ensures day-to-day regulatory compliance at Energy Delivery facilities and installations, relative to Federal, State, and County environmental regulations for air, water, hazardous materials, and noise. Designs, oversees implementation of, and carries out tactical environmental compliance programs at the facilities, relying on Hawaiian Electric Environmental Department for strategic environmental support. Internally to the company, serves as primary point of contact on all environmental compliance matters involving the Energy Delivery process area.

Requirements

Knowledge Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences (biology, chemistry, geology physics or similar) or engineering is required.

Thorough knowledge of Federal, state, and county environmental laws, regulations and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems and processes to which environmental regulatory requirements are applicable.

Working knowledge of the principles of environmental science, technology, equipment, and environmental management techniques, normally acquired through a Bachelor of Science or engineering degree in an appropriate environmental discipline.

Working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe hardware and associated software. Demonstrated computer literacy in spreadsheet, word processing, and database applications.

Skills Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate complex regulatory jargon into simple terms.

Ability to read and understand highly technical information contained in a wide variety of environmental regulatory documents, and ability to synthesize this information into the development of environmental compliance plans and procedures.

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with all levels of personnel, both internal to the company and outside the company.

Ability to apply tact, courtesy, and discretion in difficult and sensitive situations.

Ability to read and understand blueprints and other technical drawings.

Management skills necessary to plan, coordinate and lead projects.

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.

Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions statedin the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

Multiple (5-7) years of direct electrical transmission and distribution system experience administering environmental regulatory compliance programs.

About the Company

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com .