Senior EHS Engineer: Lead Environmental Compliance

3M; Alexandria (MN); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

3M in Alexandria, MN is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer to lead EHS programs and ensure site compliance with applicable standards. You will interpret regulations, submit permits, and drive improvement projects while coordinating with auditors and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field, 5 years of manufacturing EHS experience, and strong project management and communication skills. Relocation and up to 10% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science, engineering, environmental, health or safety discipline, completed before start.
• Five years of experience in an environmental, health or safety role in manufacturing.
• Master’s degree and/or professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environmental Health & Safety programs and environmental planning to ensure compliance.
• Interpret federal, state and local environmental standards for site applicability.
• Prepare and review permits and reports as required.
• Drive environmental performance improvement projects and process changes.
• Assess new processes, equipment and chemistry for EHS impact.
• Engage with auditors and regulatory agencies; communicate project status.

Skills

Project management

Written & oral communication

EHS culture & safety mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in science/engineering/environmental/health/safety

Master’s degree in same field (preferred)

Tools

CHMM / QEP / CIH / CSP certifications

Job description

3M in Alexandria, MN is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer to lead EHS programs and ensure site compliance with applicable standards. You will interpret regulations, submit permits, and drive improvement projects while coordinating with auditors and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field, 5 years of manufacturing EHS experience, and strong project management and communication skills. Relocation and up to 10% travel may be required.