Environmental Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-07
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Environmental Engineer, Waste Management
Spruance
5401 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Richmond, VA 23234, USA
Spruance
5401 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Richmond, VA 23234, USA
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecule level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
About The Role
The Environmental Engineer partners with the Site EHS Manager and plant leadership team to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations while supporting Arclin's commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and responsible chemical manufacturing. This role provides technical expertise in environmental compliance, risk management, permitting, incident investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives across site operations. The Environmental Engineer serves as a key resource for environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and the safe management of chemical manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Management
- Provide technical oversight and leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations including but not limited to:
- Clean Air Act (CAA)
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Clean Water Act (CWA)
- Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC)
- Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
- Toxic Release Inventory (TRI)
- National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)
- Industrial Wastewater Programs
- Hazard Communication (Haz Com/GHS)
- Industrial Waste Management
- Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program
- Manage environmental permitting requirements, including air permits, wastewater permits, stormwater permits, and applicable reporting obligations.
- Prepare, review, and submit environmental compliance reports accurately and on schedule, including TRI, Tier II, emissions inventories, wastewater monitoring reports, hazardous waste reports, and other required regulatory submissions.
- Maintain current knowledge of evolving environmental regulations and assess site impacts and compliance requirements.
Environmental Programs & Operational Support
- Support manufacturing and engineering teams by participating in Management of Change (MOC) processes for new equipment, process modifications, raw material changes, and facility expansions.
- Conduct environmental risk assessments and compliance audits to identify potential gaps and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor environmental performance metrics and develop strategies to improve sustainability and resource efficiency.
- Partner with operations to reduce waste generation, improve recycling initiatives, and support corporate sustainability objectives.
- Lead / Support investigations related to environmental incidents, permit deviations, chemical releases, spills, waste handling issues, and employee exposure events.
- Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce environmental risk and improve operational performance.
- Support site emergency response planning and ensure environmental aspects of emergency…
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