Environmental Technician

Hydro; Illinois; Remote; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro is seeking an Environmental Technician to support the Central Environmental Group across ENA in Rosemont, IL with up to 50% travel and remote work. You will help collect and analyze environmental data, support reporting, audits, and sustainability initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and driving energy and waste reduction.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop reports and presentations, and participate in ASI audits and environmental

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum experience in the environmental field.
• Experience with practices and technologies that drive reduction in waste and resource consumption.
• Experience with applicable federal and state environmental regulations.
• Experience working in manufacturing and industrial environments.
• Experience with sustainability reporting and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Data collection: aggregate environmental data from multiple workgroups and ensure accuracy.
• Reporting: analyze data and prepare reports for audits and planning; develop presentations.
• Customer inquiries: respond to environmental inquiries and surveys (REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, TSCA, etc).
• Site audits: support ASI certification audits and on-site inspections.
• Compliance monitoring: assist with regulatory compliance and corrective actions.
• Support environmental projects: identify improvements to reduce energy, water, and waste.
• Communication and training: share best practices and cascade knowledge across ENA.
• Documentation: maintain SharePoint and records of environmental programs.

Skills

Data collection

Reporting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Location: Rosemont, IL, US, 60018 Career area: Health, Safety & Environment Department: Environmental - ENA Job Type: Permanent This position will remain open until filled

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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R’D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Location: Remote with up to 50% travel

Pay Range: $76,117 - $103,313

What you will be doing

Job Summary: An Environmental Technician assists Central Environmental Group (CEG) and plant HSE personnel in supporting environmental sustainability and compliance initiatives by collecting and analyzing environmental performance data, assisting with reporting and site assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive energy, water, waste, and emissions reduction projects. This role provides hands‑on experience in sustainability, environmental compliance, continuous improvement, and environmental management systems while contributing to ENA’s environmental goals.

• Data Collection: Interface with other workgroups to collect and aggregate environmental and sustainability data, including energy consumption, water consumption, waste generation, and other data necessary for life cycle assessments needed to update and/or refresh ENA location EPDs. Ensure data accuracy through established data validation processes.
• Reporting:Analyze collected data and compile it into reports. Assist engineers in interpreting data to support environmental assessments, audits, and project planning. Develop presentations needed to report out on energy, water, waste reduction improvements, biodiversity, and other environmentally related reports.
• Customer Inquiries:Respond to all ENA customer environmental inquiries and surveys related to sustainability and compliance, including but not limited to REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, TSCA, Conflict Minerals, CBAM, EcoVadis, etc.
• Site Audits:Support ENA locations in preparations for ASI certification audits specifically related to environmental compliance and sustainability. Assist in on-site inspections to evaluate environmental impacts of projects or existing facilities. Identify and document environmental opportunities for improvement.
• Compliance Monitoring:Assist engineers with monitoring facilities to ensure they meet federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Help document any violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Environmental Projects:Work with ENA operations to identify improvements and develop roadmaps to reduce energy consumption, water consumption, waste to landfill, waste generation, and chemical usage. Where possible, assist locations in implementing and monitoring environmental projects.
• Communication and Training:Work with engineers to connect people, resources, and ideas across the organization in support of ENA’s compliance and sustainability goals. Work closely with central, regional, and plant environmental resources to communicate and cascade best practices across ENA through training, boots on the ground, network meetings, and/or other methods of communication.
• Documentation and Recordkeeping:Support maintenance and upkeep of SharePoint sites and records associated with best practices, sustainability, environmental reporting, training, and compliance activities.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• 3-5 years minimum experience in the environmental field.
• Must have experience with best practices and technologies that drive reduction in waste streams and natural resource consumption.
• Must have experience with applicable federal and state environmental regulations
• Experience working in manufacturing and industrial environment.
• Experience with environmental sustainability and compliance, and applicable federal and state environmental regulations.
• Working knowledge of sustainability reporting, carbon footprint calculations, energy consumption, greenhouse gas reporting, waste stream segregation, waste minimization, and environmental regulations.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, and other data management and reporting tools.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Sciencesincluding but not limited to Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Must have experience and comfortable with changing organizational culture.
• Keen listening / communication abilities to lead improvement processes within various areas and levels of the organization.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of plant and functional groups within the organization.
• Ability to effectively conduct large scale meetings virtually or in person.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential.With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apresence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you havethe chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.