Environmental Engineer (Quinnesec, MI)

Billerud AB; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Career Growth opportunities

Multiple medical plans

Generous 401(k) offerings

Company-paid disability insurance

Job summary

Billerud AB in Michigan is seeking a dedicated Environmental Compliance Coordinator to join their innovative team. The role involves planning and facilitating compliance programs with regulatory agencies to promote sustainability and ensure adherence to environmental laws.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering and strong interpersonal skills. Billerud offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a commitment to supporting employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of regulatory programs and environmental regulations like NPDES, ISO14001, and Clean Water Act.
• Leadership, organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate environmental programs for compliance with laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports and maintain environmental records.
• Evaluate day-to-day compliance and resolve environmental issues.
• Promote the safety and health of all team members.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

Purpose

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Billerud’s mission to lead the way when it comes to challenging conventional packaging and business? Our decisions are guided by the promise of creating a better tomorrow. Building a future where lighter, stronger, more durable and sustainable packaging is the natural choice not only requires experience and expertise, but also takes dedication, teamwork and perseverance. This is a journey that we are making together with our talented staff and our customers.

Summary Description

Plan, coordinate, and facilitate environmental programs to assure compliance with all corporate, state, and federal environmental laws, regulations, and policies. Compliance programs of focus for this position may include air quality compliance, wastewater, stormwater, waste management, landfill/groundwater management, and chemical reporting. In addition, this position supports the company environmental management system and the mill’s ISO 14001 certification program.

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports and maintain environmental records for assigned programs. Examples could include NPDES, stormwater, SARA, TSCA, RMP, MACT, NSPS, GHG, solid/hazardous waste.
• Prepare and submit data and reports to support Billerud sustainability reporting requirements, internal needs, and external customer requests.
• Work with operations, technical support, and management to ensure compliance with the mill’s regulatory permits and associated requirements.
• Serve as a mill liaison with various environmental and regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate day to day compliance, ensure the accuracy and validity of monitoring systems, investigate, and resolve environmental issues.
• Coordinate and oversee testing for compliance and projects.
• Work with all team members to implement environmental policies and procedures.
• Promote the safety and health of all team members.
• Maintain effective communications and working relationships with all levels of the organization and regulatory agencies.
• Work with the mill certification coordinator to lead or support ISO 14001 program and facilitate conformance to the standard.
• Assist with environmental site audits and follow-up requirements.
• Utilize available resources to stay current with program compliance regulatory developments.
• Support the mill’s PSM and RMP compliance programs.
• Evaluate new and existing mill chemicals and additives to ensure compliance with environmental aspects.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory programs and environmental regulations, e.g. NPDES, EPCRA, ISO14001, TSCA, RMP/PSM, Clean Water Act, MACT I, MACT II, Boiler MACT, NSPS, GHG Reporting, solid/hazardous waste, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership, organizational and time-management skills.

Minimum Required Skills

• Strong communications, interpersonal and organizational skills as well as demonstrated abilities to champion change and influence others at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to give encouragement, guidance, and direction to improve safety performance.
• Self‑starter able to work effectively with minimal direct supervision.
• Maintain knowledge of corporate, state, and federal safety rules and regulations.
• Physical stamina and agility to conduct on‑site inspections of the facility and equipment.

Preferred Skills

• Pulp and paper, industrial, energy sector, or similar environmental compliance experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Why us?

At Billerud, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future. We’re committed to supporting your growth, well‑being, and long‑term success.

• Impactful Work – Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career Growth – Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive Compensation – Performance‑based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Multiple medical plans with virtual care options
• Generous 401(k) offerings
• HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution
• Company‑paid disability insurance

Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks, and alcohol & drug testing.