JBP - Environmental Engineer

J.B. Poindexter & Co.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. is seeking an Environmental Engineer to oversee regulatory compliance and environmental performance across multiple sites. You will guide policies, lead training, and drive initiatives to ensure alignment with environmental laws and JBPCO standards.

The role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with extensive experience in EPA/OSHA compliance and a willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or safety engineering or similar discipline.
• 10+ years of environmental compliance experience including EPA & OSHA; multi-site manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work with regulatory agencies to manage inquiries and actions.
• Excellent communication & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex compliance matters and develop corrective actions.
• Ability to engage, influence and inspire company-wide environmental objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of company environmental strategy and initiatives.
• Lead communication of environmental performance, programs, and initiatives with JBPCO and external stakeholders.
• Develop and lead JBPCO environmental training programs.
• Responsible for environmental compliance policies and procedures, including management system policies.
• Execute assurance/audit programs for environmental compliance.
• Lead or participate in investigations of environmental incidents and implement system improvements.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory liaison

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cross-site leadership

Influence and inspiration

Education

Bachelors in environmental or safety engineering

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. (JBPCO) is a privately held, diversified manufacturing company forecasting over $2.5B in annual revenues and employing over 8,000 team members. The six operating subsidiaries, covering 60 locations, are engaged in the production of commercial truck bodies, step-vans, utility trucks, ambulances, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, and expandable foam plastic packaging. For more information, visit https://www.jbpoindexter.com

Reporting to the Director, Environmental Center of Excellence, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for reviewing and providing guidance & leadership related to company environmental compliance. This individual will have a strong knowledge of environmental regulatory compliance and will be responsible for overseeing the environmental performance of the company and ensuring that compliance with environmental legislation is met.

Essential Functions

• Lead the development and execution of company environmental strategy and initiatives.
• Lead communication of environmental performance, programs, and initiatives at JBPCO and with external stakeholders.
• Develop and lead JBPCO environmental training programs.
• Responsible for environmental compliance policies and procedures, including management system policies.
• Execute assurance/audit programs for environmental compliance.
• Expert knowledge of Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, TSCA, SPCC, and other JBPCO environmental policies.
• Lead and/or participate in investigation of environmental incidents, implement system improvements to reduce potential for future events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or safety engineering or similar discipline. Graduate degree preferred.
• 10+ years of environmental compliance experience including EPA & OSHA; multi-site experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with regulatory agencies to manage inquiries and actions.
• Excellent communication & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex compliance matters and develop corrective actions.
• Ability to engage, influence and inspire company-wide environmental objectives.

*** The Environmental Engineer will be expected to travel up to 50%.

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.