Environmental Engineer

Par Pacific; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Par Pacific is seeking an Environmental Engineer to oversee day-to-day environmental compliance activities at Wyoming Refining Company. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and supporting environmental programs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Environmental Science, 8+ years of experience in environmental compliance, and strong communication skills.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires effective relationship management within the company.

Interested candidates should apply through this web posting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of environmental experience focusing on compliance and regulatory programs.
• 5+ years of refining experience preferred.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Support and oversee day‑to‑day environmental compliance activities.
• Manage and support capital projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Environmental compliance experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Technical skills in data management

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

RegPerfect

SAP

Navigator

Job description

Environmental Engineer

Wyoming Refining Company

Overview

The Environmental Engineer is responsible for supporting and overseeing day‑to‑day environmental compliance activities at Wyoming Refining Company, including wastewater treatment operations, groundwater monitoring, waste management, remediation activities, and air quality compliance.

Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and supporting refinery environmental programs. The Environmental Engineer reports directly to the Environmental Manager and works closely with Environmental Engineers and Environmental Technicians within the Environmental Department.

Key Activities

• Program management: WRC complies with various aspects of:
  • Wyoming Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WyPDES) program.
  • Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program.
  • Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
  • Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP (BWON) NSPS Subpart QQQ compliance program, Title V permitting, emissions inventory reporting, and applicable state and federal air quality requirements.
  • Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program support; RCRA, DOT, and other waste regulations.
• May serve as a project manager or project team member for environmental and compliance‑related projects, including planning, implementation, contractor coordination, and field execution.
• Spill management, reporting, and investigation.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance of systems and processes and make recommendations for future projects.
• Manage and support capital projects as needed.

Environmental Compliance

• Support and maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permit requirements.
• Support refinery air compliance programs, including emissions calculations, regulatory reporting, permit compliance, and monitoring requirements.
• Ensure regulatory reports are complete, correct, and submitted on time.
• Ensure prompt reporting of permit deviations to proper agencies.

Team Cooperation

• Develop and maintain effective relationships throughout the company.
• Work closely with other Environmental team members.
• Interact routinely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering Departments to ensure awareness of environmental system status and required changes.
• Serve as a member of the Environmental Department’s on‑call team.

Summary

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Monitor refinery environmental systems and programs to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Manage environmental compliance data, reports, and electronic record‑keeping systems.
• Identify, communicate, and support resolution of potential compliance issues.
• Coordinate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support environmental reporting, inspections, audits, and incident response activities.
• Participate in the Environmental Department on‑call rotation.
• Lead or support assigned environmental projects and initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as needed.
• 50% office work, 50% field work as applicable.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Petroleum, or related discipline) or Environmental Science required.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship.
• Strong communication skills; fluent in English, both oral and written.
• 8+ years of environmental experience with a focus on compliance and regulatory programs strongly desired.
• 5+ years of refining experience preferred.
• Preferred candidates will have familiarity with refinery air compliance programs, including Title V permitting, LDAR, NSPS, MACT, emissions reporting, or flare compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (advanced mastery in Excel preferred) and Adobe Acrobat, and the ability to learn and utilize specialized environmental and maintenance database systems (e.g., RegPerfect, SAP, Navigator).
• Experience with emissions inventories, emissions calculations, or regulatory reporting required.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret environmental and operational data, including emissions and compliance information.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adjust work schedules as needed to support operational and regulatory requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for building effective cross‑functional relationships to solve problems and function effectively within tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with refinery air quality compliance programs, emissions reporting, permitting, and applicable Clean Air Act regulations required.
• History of working with State and Federal Regulators and experience with the Code of Federal Regulations preferred.
• Ability to work in refinery operating environments, including outdoor conditions, elevated areas, and around industrial equipment while wearing required PPE.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, representatives offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; robust paid time off; a 401(k) with company match; retirement savings plans; educational reimbursement; and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Application Process

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls from third‑party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.