Environmental Engineer

PROtect LLC; Norco (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with up to 4% match

Free mental health resources

Clear career advancement opportunities

Referral bonuses for top talent

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm seeks an Entry-level Environmental Engineer in Norco, LA, to enhance refinery operations through effective compliance and environmental program development. Key responsibilities include process implementation, emission calculations, and stakeholder negotiation. Candidates should hold a BS in Engineering or Science and possess strong public speaking and leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $80,000–$110,000 along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in process, civil, or environmental engineering.
• Industrial experience preferred; experience in a refinery setting a plus.
• Knowledge of P&IDs and refinery operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve processes for regulatory compliance.
• Perform complex emission calculations for permit applications.
• Read and understand P&IDs to identify process vessels and flow directions.
• Maintain environmental data records to track compliance.
• Negotiate technical issues with stakeholders.
• Participate in inspections and regulatory audits.

Skills

Public speaking and presentation skills

Leadership, communication, and stakeholder negotiation skills

Strong listening skills

Discipline and organization

TWIC card requirement

Education

BS in Engineering or Science

Job description

Environmental Engineer – PROtect LLC

Join PROtect LLC as an Environmental Engineer. The role is based onsite in Norco, LA and focuses on day‑to‑day process development, implementation, and improvement of environmental tasks specific to refinery operations. Core focus areas include greenhouse gas emissions tracking, benzene waste operations (BWON), leak detection and repair, and general Clean Air Act compliance.

Job Overview

Over the first six months the position includes on‑the‑job, in‑field training and monitoring work. The goal is to develop and implement a world‑class, industry‑leading environmental program at a client location with support from veteran consulting and field teams.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Develop, implement, and improve processes to maintain regulatory compliance for environmental permits and regulations related to refinery operations (e.g., LDAR/BWON).
• Perform complex emission calculations to support permit applications, regulatory requirements, and health risk assessments.
• Read and understand P&IDs to identify process vessels, exchangers, pumps, valves, and flow directions.
• Collect information and maintain environmental data records to track compliance parameters.
• Negotiate technical issues with stakeholders (agencies, contractors, internal resources) and manage ongoing compliance issues.
• Contribute to new rule development and coordinate implementation of new regulations.
• Lead or participate in agency inspections, compliance and enforcement activities, and internal and external regulatory audits.
• Promote identification and development of environmental opportunities and improvements.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging environmental regulatory requirements for business impact.
• Apply technical competencies and leadership skills to drive refinery compliance assurance and problem resolution.
• Manage multiple activities with varying timelines and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop a broad range of technical skills to support the environmental team.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Science (required).
• 1–3 years of experience in process, civil, or environmental engineering.
• Industrial experience preferred; experience in a refinery setting a plus.
• Knowledge of P&IDs and refinery operations preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Leadership, communication, and stakeholder negotiation skills.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to empathize with customers and employees.
• Discipline, organization, and effective incorporation of management input.
• Focused on key customer needs and positive leadership influence.
• Active TWIC card required or willingness to obtain one.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Speaking, hearing, and repetitive motion requirements described above.
• Relatively heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs) and ability to work at heights up to 300 feet.
• Less than 25% travel during first six months.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision.
• HSAs (FSA, Company Match).
• 401(k) with up to 4% match, 100% vested immediately.
• PTO.
• Free mental health courses and resources.
• Free financial coaching classes and resources.
• Clear career advancement opportunities.
• Continued education reimbursements.
• Relocation/travel opportunities.
• Referral bonuses for top talent.
• Business development bonuses.
• Monthly safety competitions with prizes.
• Annual competitions with prizes.

Compensation

$80,000–$110,000.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology