Regional Environmental Compliance Engineer — Data Centers

Socket.dev; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks an Environmental Engineer (REE) to oversee compliance for AWS data centers in Virginia. You will develop standards, programs and policies to meet regulatory requirements, perform performance and gap analyses, and prepare compliance plans for new technologies and permits.

Based in Herndon, you will lead audits, measure metrics, and coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate reporting and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems.
• BA/BS degree in environmental science, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience serving as an environmental technical resource, environmental engineer, compliance specialist, or compliance program manager.
• Experience with regulatory assessments, air emissions evaluations & calculations, water discharge requirements & reporting, and waste management.
• Applied knowledge of federal and State of Virginia environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee compliance with environmental regulations and Amazon policy.
• Develop regional strategic programs by integrating with engineering, construction, and operations.
• Drive an environmentally responsible culture within the organization.
• Function as a leader regarding regulatory agency interactions, permit evaluation and processing, and new process and technology introduction.
• Ensure work performed by contractors, consultants, and employees is completed in accordance with Amazon standards.
• Develop environmental metrics to measure, monitor and forecast performance.
• Conduct thorough and accurate environmental audits for continuous improvement.
• Prioritize and manage multiple technically complex assignments concurrently.
• Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with governmental agencies and throughout the company.
• Build collaborative relationships with various stakeholders to ensure risks are identified early and managed appropriately.
• Submit time-critical reports to various governmental agencies.
• Complete thorough and accurate environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reports and develop appropriate corrective action.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

BA/BS degree in environmental science, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Windows OS

Job description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks an Environmental Engineer (REE) to oversee compliance for AWS data centers in Virginia. You will develop standards, programs and policies to meet regulatory requirements, perform performance and gap analyses, and prepare compliance plans for new technologies and permits.

Based in Herndon, you will lead audits, measure metrics, and coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate reporting and continuous improvement.