Environmental Manager / Environmental Engineer

Dyno Nobel; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

12 paid holidays

PTO days

Health benefits

HSA contributions

Dental plan with orthodontics

Wellness coaching

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Friendly coworkers

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking an Environmental Manager/Engineer to lead air permitting, wastewater compliance, and environmental reporting for a new TNT manufacturing site in Kentucky. You will drive mass balances, emissions calculations, and process improvements to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

You will mentor engineers, oversee inspections, and guide the site through commissioning and long-term environmental performance, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or similar field preferred.
• 5+ years of environmental engineering in industrial, chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with Title V, NPDES, LDAR, pretreatment and environmental reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop material mass balances for new processes to support emissions inventories.
• Lead Title V air permitting activities, including emissions calculations and permit reviews.
• Manage NPDES wastewater discharge compliance including sampling plans and DMR reporting.
• Oversee industrial sewer discharge permits and pretreatment compliance.
• Serve as technical contact during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Conduct root-cause investigations for discrepancies in chemical usage or emissions.
• Support process changes, new equipment installations, and chemical substitutions.
• Provide oversight for onsite water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Optimize treatment performance to improve effluent quality and reduce costs.
• Prepare environmental reports (TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories, DMRs).
• Mentor engineers and specialists; train on regulations and process systems.
• Lead site environmental leadership after commissioning and during operations.

Skills

Mass balance development

Emissions calculations

Process modeling

Regulatory compliance leadership

Air and wastewater regulations

Strong analytical skills

Cross-functional leadership

Onsite 5 days a week

Team player

Education

Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

Job Brief

This position will support the design, commissioning, and long-term operation of the site by leading air permitting, wastewater compliance, environmental reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

• This position is located in Graham, Kentucky*

Job Brief

This position will support the design, commissioning, and long-term operation of the site by leading air permitting, wastewater compliance, environmental reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

• This position is located in Graham, Kentucky*

Be Part of Something New!

Join us as we bring a brand-new TNT manufacturing plant to life! This is a unique opportunity to be part of the commissioning and startup of a new facility, work with new technology and equipment, and help shape the plant’s long-term success. Make an impact from day one and grow with the site for years to come.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

As an Environmental Manager / Engineer, you will be responsible for developing material mass balances for a new processes to support emissions inventories, waste minimization, and process optimization. You will develop and lead Title V air permitting activities, including emissions calculations, permit modifications, deviation reporting, and regulatory reviews. Other duties include:

• Manage NPDES wastewater discharge compliance, including sampling plans, DMR reporting, stormwater program oversight, and corrective action development.
• Oversee industrial sewer discharge permits, ensuring compliance with pretreatment standards, local limits, and surcharge programs.
• Serve as the primary technical contact during regulatory inspections, audits, and agency communications (EPA, state environmental agencies, POTWs).
• Conduct root‑cause investigations for discrepancies in chemical usage, emissions, or waste generation.
• Support process changes, new equipment installations, and chemical substitutions to ensure environmental compliance and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical oversight for onsite water and wastewater treatment systems, including chemical dosing, filtration, sludge handling, and biological treatment (if applicable).
• Optimize treatment performance to improve effluent quality, reduce operating costs, and maintain permit compliance.
• Prepare and review environmental reports including TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories, DMRs, and internal KPIs.
• Ensure accuracy and defensibility of environmental calculations, sampling data, and documentation.
• Mentor process engineers and environmental specialists; provide training on environmental regulations and process systems.
• Serve as the site environmental leader following commissioning, maintaining ongoing compliance with all applicable environmental permits, regulations, and company standards.
• After commissioning, this role transitions into a long-term site environmental leadership position, with responsibility for maintaining and continuously improving the environmental performance of the operating TNT facility.

We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or similar field preferred
• 5+ years of environmental engineering in industrial, chemical manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience with Title V, NPDES, and LDAR, industrial pretreatment, and environmental reporting programs
• Strong analytical skills with experience in mass balance development, emissions calculations, and process modeling.
• Working knowledge of water/wastewater treatment systems and pollution control technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives.
• Experience with RCRA hazardous waste programs, emergency planning and Clean Air and Clean Water Act preferred
• Ability to work onsite 5 days a week
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*