Environmental Compliance Specialist

NAES; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist for the Richland-Generation Project in Defiance, OH. This role focuses on maintaining regulatory compliance and environmental excellence within a two-plant facility and supporting NERC needs for plant management.

You will oversee EMS-related duties, develop facility plans, and coordinate with regulators and site management to ensure safety, regulatory adherence, and robust reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field is desired, but not required.
• Certification as Level 5 or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER desired.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance at operating facilities, ideally within a power plant or power-related industry.
• Multi-media environmental compliance and safety experience is strongly desired.
• Working knowledge of key environmental regulations related to air, water, hazardous materials, and waste management, with proficiency in at least one regulatory area.
• Familiarity with CEMS software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee environmental programs, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, site permits, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) reporting under Title V permit requirements enforced by the Ohio EPA and EPA, including data monitoring, recordkeeping, interpretation, and timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual reports.
• Develop facility-specific environmental plans that align with regulatory and corporate requirements, ensuring technical accuracy and completeness.
• Administer environmental plans by tracking compliance obligations, coordinating updates, and managing revisions through completion.
• Oversee environmental programs, including SWPPP, SPCC, Emergency Episode Standby Plan, FGC Monitoring Plan, O&M Plans, and Waste Management Plan.
• Coordinate with the owner and regulators on inspections, permit modifications/renewals, compliance reports, and regulatory correspondence.
• Maintain EMS components like the EHS filing system, Obligations Tracking System (OTS), and training records.
• Ensure plant NERC Reliability procedures remain current and aligned with applicable standards.

Skills

Strong written and analytical skills

Effective verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field

OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (Level 5) desired

Tools

CEMS software

Job description

The Richland-Stryker Generation project comprises two peaking power plants. The Richland Peaking Plant in Defiance, OH, has six natural gas-fired units with distillate fuel oil (DFO) as a secondary fuel, generating 450 MW total. The Stryker Peaking Plant in Stryker, OH, has one DFO-fired unit generating 19 MW.

Opportunity Summary

The Environmental Compliance Specialist at the Richland-Generation Project is responsible for upholding compliance and environmental excellence within a power plant and regulatory environment. This role implements and sustains environmental compliance programs while providing NERC support to plant management. The position oversees regulatory compliance activities across two facilities, reinforcing high standards of environmental stewardship and adherence to applicable federal, state, and industry regulations.

Your scope of responsibility as Environmental Compliance Specialist includes the following primary functions:

Environmental, NERC & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate and oversee environmental programs, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, site permits, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) reporting under Title V permit requirements enforced by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, including data monitoring, recordkeeping, interpretation, and timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual reports.
• Develop facility-specific environmental plans that align with regulatory and corporate requirements, ensuring technical accuracy and completeness.
• Administer environmental plans by tracking compliance obligations, coordinating updates, and managing revisions through completion.
• Oversee environmental programs, including the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan, Emergency Episode Standby Plan, Fugitive Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Plan, Operations and Maintenance Plans, and Waste Management Plan.
• Coordinate with the owner and environmental regulators on inspections, information requests, permit modifications and renewals, compliance reports, and regulatory correspondence.
• Maintain key components of the Environmental Management System (EMS), including the EHS filing system, Obligations Tracking System (OTS), and OSHA- and regulatory-mandated training records.
• Ensure plant NERC Reliability procedures and policies remain current and aligned with applicable standards and requirements.

Health, Safety & Risk Management

• Safety is a core value at NAES. This position plays a direct role in maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring continued compliance with established procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Administer employee and contractor safety programs to maintain compliance and reinforce safe work practices across the site.
• Deliver safety training during daily briefings, lead routine site safety meetings, and conduct formal safety orientations and training sessions for contractors and visitors.
• Conduct routine site walk-downs to assess housekeeping, identify potential hazards, and reinforce safety expectations through direct engagement with personnel.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, and near misses by documenting findings, determining root causes, recommending corrective actions, and tracking implementation through resolution.

Working Relationships

The Environmental Compliance Specialist reports to the Plant Manager and maintains a close working relationship with NAES corporate Environmental Support Services and Safety groups as well as Client corporate contacts.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The Environmental Compliance Specialist works a standard Monday to Friday day shift schedule. This position will require extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support plant operations and business needs and may also require callout availability. Depending on the position, on-call status may or may not apply.

Some travel may be involved to participate in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.

Compensation

This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $110,000 to $135,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Environmental Experience & Compliance Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience is desired, but not required. Certification as Level 5 or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER desired. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance at operating facilities is preferred, ideally within a power plant or power-related industry.
• Multi-media environmental compliance and safety experience is strongly desired.
• Working knowledge of power plant operations, including the interaction between environmental requirements and operations and maintenance functions, is preferred.
• General understanding of key environmental regulations related to air, water, hazardous materials, and waste management, with demonstrated proficiency in at least one regulatory area.
• Familiarity with continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) software is a plus.
• Strong written and analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate facts, conclusions, and recommendations in both formal and informal formats.
• Effective verbal communication skills, including the ability to serve as a point of contact during regulatory inspections and to deliver training in a clear and practical manner.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in an industrial environment and proactively identify and evaluate potential compliance risks.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.