Environmental Engineer - Kalamazoo

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement and activities

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO,

Hybrid and flexible schedules

Stock ownership opportunities

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Kalamazoo, MI seeks an Environmental Engineer to support our Environmental Management team on regulatory compliance, permit applications, site evaluations, and detailed reporting. You will collaborate with industry leaders and government agencies to help clients meet sustainability goals.

Responsibilities include preparing water-related permits, developing environmental plans, and maintaining compliance records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in environmental compliance.
• Experience in hazardous waste management and environmental reporting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for proposals and reports.
• Excel proficiency (formulas and calculations).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit water-related permits (Groundwater Discharge, NPDES, Soil Erosion, Part 22).
• Collaborate on Special Use, Inland Lake and Stream permits, and Water Withdrawal Use registration.
• Develop environmental plans (SPCC, PIPP, HWCP, SWPPP) and complete associated requirements including inspections and collecting and assessing storm water samples.
• Maintain compliance records and reporting for environmental permits.
• Conduct compliance audits through inspections, data gathering, and document reviews; recommend corrective actions and prepare reports.
• Perform air emission inventories, compliance reviews, and greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations.
• Assist clients in achieving sustainability goals such as zero waste to landfill.
• Provide on-site regulatory assistance at industrial facilities.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Environmental Engineer

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add an Environmental Engineer to help us keep building.

Working with our Environmental Management team, you'll work on diverse projects involving regulatory assistance, permit applications, site evaluations, and detailed reporting-collaborating with industry leaders and government agencies to help clients maintain compliance and achieve sustainability goals.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and submit water-related permits (Groundwater Discharge, NPDES, Soil Erosion, Part 22).
• Collaborate on Special Use, Inland Lake and Stream permits, and Water Withdrawal Use registration.
• Develop environmental plans (SPCC, PIPP, HWCP, SWPPP) and complete associated requirements including inspections and collecting and assessing storm water samples.
• Maintain compliance records and reporting for environmental permits.
• Conduct compliance audits through inspections, data gathering, and document reviews; recommend corrective actions and prepare reports.
• Perform air emission inventories, compliance reviews, and greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations.
• Assist clients in achieving sustainability goals such as zero waste to landfill.
• Provide on-site regulatory assistance at industrial facilities.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field (minor in Sustainability is a plus).
• 5+ years of experience in environmental compliance (consulting, EHS management, or regulatory agency).
• Experience in hazardous waste management and environmental reporting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for proposals and reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas and calculations).
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Candidates for this position can reside in thewest Michigan markets.