Environmental Specialist-Waste Management & SPCC

Mesabi Metallics; Nashwauk (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics in Minnesota seeks an Environmental Engineer/Specialist to lead waste management and SPCC programs at our taconite facility. You will ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and coordinate storage, handling, and disposal of various wastes.

You will conduct inspections, prepare regulatory reports, manage contracts with waste vendors, and train operations staff on environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• At least 3+ years of environmental compliance and monitoring experience.
• Working knowledge of federal and Minnesota state regulations.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility-wide waste management programs to ensure compliance with RCRA and Minnesota Hazardous Waste regulations.
• Coordinate characterization, profiling, storage, transportation, recycling, and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, industrial, and special wastes.
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports, notifications, registrations, and annual waste reporting documentation.
• Conduct monthly and annual SPCC inspections of aboveground storage tanks and petroleum storage facilities.
• Lead spill prevention initiatives and coordinate spill response activities and regulatory notifications.
• Provide guidance and training to operations and construction personnel on compliance requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

About Mesabi Metallics

Mesabi Metallics is a pioneer in sustainable mining practices in the iron ore industry, dedicated to a safe work environment, environmental stewardship, and stakeholder value.

Position Overview

The Environmental Engineer/Specialist – Waste Management & SPCC is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental compliance programs related to waste management, petroleum storage, spill prevention, and emergency response activities at an integrated Minnesota taconite mining and processing facility. The role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including RCRA, MPCA, and SPCC.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage facility-wide waste management programs to ensure compliance with RCRA and Minnesota Hazardous Waste regulations
• Coordinate characterization, profiling, storage, transportation, recycling, and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, industrial, and special wastes
• Conduct waste determinations and maintain documentation supporting waste classifications
• Oversee hazardous waste accumulation areas, satellite accumulation areas, universal waste collection areas, and waste storage facilities
• Coordinate waste shipments and maintain manifests, land disposal restriction notifications, bills of lading, and disposal records
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports, notifications, registrations, and annual waste reporting documentation
• Conduct routine inspections of waste storage areas and implement corrective actions as needed
• Manage contracts and relationships with waste disposal, recycling, and treatment vendors
• Evaluate operational changes and projects for waste management impacts and compliance requirements
• Conduct monthly and annual SPCC inspections of aboveground storage tanks, oil‑filled equipment, loading and unloading areas, and secondary containment systems
• Coordinate integrity testing, preventive maintenance, and inspections for petroleum storage infrastructure
• Maintain oil storage inventories and ensure compliance with secondary containment requirements
• Lead spill prevention initiatives and identify opportunities to reduce spill risks
• Coordinate spill response activities, investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and regulatory notifications
• Maintain spill records and ensure reporting requirements are met for federal, state, and local agencies
• Provide guidance and training to operations and construction personnel on compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
• At least 3+ years of experience in environmental compliance and monitoring (preferably in mining, industrial, commercial, and/or energy)
• Working knowledge of federal and Minnesota state regulations and processes
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Salary

• $80,000 - $105,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits

Mesabi Metallics offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

Mesabi Metallics is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.