Energy Resources Chemical​/Environmental Engineer , II, Senior

Position: Energy Resources Chemical/Environmental Engineer I, II, Senior

We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact in the company and the community.

Position Description

Based on company needs, the Environmental/Chemical Engineer I, II, or Senior Engineer provides technical expertise in air, water, waste, and chemical management, as well as regulatory reporting programs. This role supports the Company’s business units and implements the Environmental Compliance Program. Additionally, the position supports generation operations by identifying process improvements and providing environmental guidance to align operational activities with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

This position may include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:

Chemical/Environmental Engineer I

Supports implementation of air, water, waste, and chemical management compliance programs and associated reporting. Develops working knowledge of environmental regulations including Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System/Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES/AZPDES), and other Arizona-specific regulatory requirements. Assists with water quality, wastewater, stormwater, permitting, and compliance monitoring activities.

Provides technical support to generating assets under guidance from more experienced team members. Supports plant operations by identifying routine compliance issues and process improvement opportunities. Participates in field inspections and compliance assessments. Assists with regulatory agency audits, emissions testing, and inspections. Assists in preparing environmental reports and regulatory submittals. Supports quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities related to Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and environmental monitoring systems.

Assists with water compliance activities, including sample collection and permit reporting. Participates in water sampling programs and data collection efforts. Supports waste management activities and compliance tracking. Assists with regulated waste handling, storage, transportation, and reporting requirements. Participates in spill response activities, investigations, and documentation. Supports environmental training initiatives. Maintains environmental databases and compliance records. Conducts routine environmental data analysis.

Assists with environmental research and monitoring activities. Identifies potential compliance process improvements. Supports environmental monitoring system enhancements. Assists with environmental reviews for generation projects. Supports environmental compliance requirements for new projects. Assists with corporate environmental reporting efforts. Participates in industry workshops and professional development activities. Supports sustainability initiatives.

Chemical/Environmental Engineer II

Leads assigned air, water, waste, and chemical management compliance programs and reporting activities. Applies working knowledge of environmental regulations to ensure facility compliance and provide regulatory interpretation. Serves as a technical resource for water quality, wastewater, stormwater, permitting, and compliance monitoring programs. Provides independent technical support to generation facilities. Leads process improvement initiatives supporting environmental compliance and operational efficiency. Conducts and leads field inspections, compliance assessments, and corrective action efforts.

Coordinates regulatory agency interactions related to inspections, audits, and emissions testing. Prepares and submits environmental reports and permit applications to regulatory agencies in coordination with Corporate Environmental Services. Serves as liaison with generating stations regarding CEMS compliance, QA/QC, and monitoring requirements. Leads water compliance programs including AZPDES, Aquifer Protection Permit (APP), and Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. Plans and executes water sampling programs and evaluates results.

Manages assigned waste programs and ensures regulatory compliance. Provides technical guidance regarding waste characterization, handling, transportation, and reporting. Leads environmental incident investigations, spill response activities, and corrective action implementation. Develops and delivers environmental compliance training. Maintains and improves environmental data systems and quality…