Sr. Environmental Engineer

Valero Energy; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to ensure compliance with critical environmental regulations at a refinery. This position involves overseeing hazardous materials management, conducting plant inspections, and preparing regulatory reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Environmental Engineering, with at least five years of experience in a refinery setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental stewardship and safety in a vital industry sector, making a significant impact on both compliance and sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Environmental Engineering or related refinery engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Science is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EPA regulations and handle hazardous materials safely.
• Conduct inspections and complete reports for regulatory agencies.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Hazardous Materials Management

Regulatory Reporting

Environmental Sampling

Plant Inspections

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Sr. Environmental Engineer (24001BD)

Description:

Ensures the Refinery complies with the Environmental Protection Agency’s rules and regulations.

• Ensures the handling and disposal of hazardous materials and solid waste are accomplished within Environmental Protection Agency’s rules and regulations.
• Ensures Refinery compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Air Quality Standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency, and guidelines established by the Department of Transportation for training and shipping/handling products.
• Collects samples of various products/waste in the Refinery as dictated by the various environmental programs.
• Completes reports for state and federal Regulatory Agencies, and maintains the appropriate documentation.
• Conducts weekly and monthly Plant inspections to ensure compliance with all Regulatory Agencies, including tank seal inspections.
• Ensures metal in the refinery is recycled.
• Enforces all corrective actions and oversees testing related to ground water issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Port Arthur Refinery, required.
• Bachelor’s or higher level degree in Engineering or a related Science required.
• 5 years of Environmental Engineering or related refinery engineering experience required.
• Master’s or higher level degree in Engineering preferred.

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery.

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.