Environmental Engineer

Hexcel Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT invites a qualified Environmental Engineer to support EMS compliance, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement with the Site Environmental Manager and operations teams.

The role includes assisting with audits, data tracking, and regulatory reporting (TRI, Tier II) while collaborating across maintenance and engineering to identify environmental risks and driving safe, compliant practices on site.

Qualifications

• EMS experience aligned with ISO 14001:2015 standards and audits.
• EPA/UDEQ compliance knowledge for air, water, and waste.
• Data tracking, analysis, and reporting of environmental metrics.
• Able to collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Support EMS alignment with ISO 14001 standards and audits.
• Assist in regulatory reporting (e.g., TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories).
• Collect environmental samples and track data for reporting.
• Participate in energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering

Environmental Science or related degree

Tools

ISO 14001 familiarity

HAZWOPER training

EPA regulations knowledge

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the "strength within."

Hexcel is currently seeking an Environmental Engineer to support our Salt Lake City, UT, USA, Fibers location.

The position will be responsible for working with the Site Environmental Manager and operations teams to support environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Support the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS) to maintain alignment with ISO 14001:2015 standards, including assisting with audits, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (EPA, UDEQ), including air, water, and waste requirements.
• Collect environmental samples (water, air, soil) and assist with data tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Support preparation and submission of regulatory reports such as TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories, and other required filings.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and address environmental risks and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Participate in energy efficiency and sustainability efforts, including identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impact.
• Learn and support environmental permitting processes, including modifications and renewals.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and proactive environmental culture across the site.
• Engage in cross-functional training and professional development opportunities within EHS.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Science, or related degree.
• 1+ years of experience in environmental compliance, EHS, or related field (internships/co-ops applicable)
• Exposure to ISO 14001 or environmental management systems preferred
• HAZWOPER training or other EHS certifications preferred
• Basic understanding of environmental regulations (EPA, state‑level agencies such as UDEQ)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong commitment to EHS and safe work practices. Willingness to learn and grow within environmental and broader EHS disciplines.

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.