Senior Manager, Sustainability Engineering

AIT Worldwide Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, IL seeks a Senior Manager, Sustainability Engineering to lead engineering and audit-ready emissions programs across air, ocean and ground transport. You’ll drive decarbonization initiatives, manage a team, and partner with operations and customers to meet GHG Protocol, GLEC, ISO 14083 standards.

Eligible for bonus and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include leading data integrity, audits, external assessments, and translating evolving regulations into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, sustainability or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years in sustainability/ESG or related fields.
• 1+ years carbon measurement, auditing against global frameworks.
• 1+ years leadership of a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability engineering initiatives across air, ocean, and ground transportation, including renewal fuels, modal shift, energy efficiency, and emissions-reduction projects.
• Own the emissions audit and assurance program; establish audit-ready methodologies and verification processes.
• Direct carbon and ESG data integrity, validation, and controls for external audit and regulatory review.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the sustainability engineering and auditing team.
• Lead external ESG assessments, audits, and scoring-platform submissions.
• Partner with operations, sales, and customers to embed verified sustainability practices and support decarbonization reporting needs.
• Monitor evolving regulations, standards, and technologies; translate into engineering and audit requirements.
• Prepare and present sustainability findings, metrics, and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Carbon footprint analysis

Emissions reduction engineering

Sustainability data analytics

Excel

SQL

PowerBI

Communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/Sustainability/Data Science

Master's Degree

Tools

Excel

SQL

PowerBI

Job description

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact! We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction. Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The Senior Manager, Sustainability Engineering leads the engineering and assurance functions within AIT's Global Sustainability group, advancing the company's decarbonization and zero net carbon commitments. This role directs technical sustainability engineering initiatives across air, ocean, and ground transportation while establishing and managing audit-ready emissions measurement, verification, and reporting aligned with global frameworks. The Sr. Manager leads a team, partners cross-functionally with operations and customers, and ensures AIT's sustainability data withstands external assurance and regulatory scrutiny.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability engineering initiatives across air, ocean, and ground transportation - including renewable fuels, modal shift, energy efficiency, and emissions-reduction projects
• Own the emissions audit and assurance program; establish audit-ready methodologies and verification processes aligned with GHG Protocol, GLEC Framework, and ISO 14083
• Direct carbon and ESG data integrity, validation, and controls to ensure data survives external audit and regulatory review (e.g., CSRD/Scope 3 reporting)
• Lead, mentor, and develop the sustainability engineering & auditing team
• Lead external ESG assessments, audits, and scoring-platform submissions
• Partner with operations, sales, and customers to embed verified sustainability practices and support customer decarbonization and reporting needs
• Monitor evolving regulations, standards, and technologies; translate into engineering and audit requirements
• Prepare and present sustainability engineering and audit findings, metrics, and recommendations to leadership
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $136,000.00-$195,000.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Data Science, or related field (required)
• Master's Degree (preferred)

Experience

• 7+ years sustainability/ESG, environmental engineering, or emissions assurance (required)
• 1+ years Experience with carbon measurement, auditing, and verification against global frameworks (GHG Protocol, GLEC (required)
• 1+ years People leadership experience managing a technical team (required)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Carbon footprint analysis and emissions reduction engineerig High
• Sustainability reporting frameworks and assurance (GHG Protocol, GLEC, ISO 14083, GRI/CDP) High
• ESG data analytics and visualization (Excel, SQL, PowerBI) MediumAudit methodology, data integrity, and internal controls High
• Communication and cross-functional leadership High

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail - on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.