• Job Description

  Req#: 1314

  Description

  REPORTS TO: VP of Corporate Environmental & Government Affairs

  FLSA STATUS: Exempt

  SUPERVISES: Environmental Engineers

  Benefits

  • Salary Range: $132,000 – $160,000 annually (depending on experience)
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance (including spouse and children) with modest payroll deductions
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 2–4 weeks of vacation (based on experience)
  • Supplemental leave (used with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Quarterly bonus structure
  • Tuition reimbursement

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Kaiser Aluminum is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineering Manager to lead the environmental program at our Trentwood facility. This role is responsible for managing all environmental media (air, water, soil, groundwater) and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. In addition, the position requires oversight of an ongoing groundwater cleanup remediation project. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainability.

  The Environmental Engineers essential functions include:

  • Lead and manage all aspects of the environmental program for the Trentwood site.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
  • Support plant operations with regulatory guidance and process engineering.
  • Oversee environmental aspects of capital projects and operational changes.
  • Interface with regulatory agencies to obtain permits and approvals.
  • Manage environmental issues related to acquisitions, divestitures, and shutdowns.
  • Collaborate with corporate environmental and legal teams.
  • Engage with public groups and external consultants.
  • Monitor and influence environmental regulations through direct collaboration with other stakeholders and trade group involvement.
  • Manage environmental budgets and SEC/SOX accrual processes.
  • Maintain environmental records and submit agency reports.
  • Set performance standards and metrics for direct reports.

  Qualifications

  EDUCATION

  This individual will possess:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or natural sciences (chemistry, biology, etc.) required.
  • Master’s degree preferred.

  EXPERIENCE

  This individual will possess:

  • 10+ years of environmental engineering experience, including 3+ years managing an industrial facility’s environmental program.
  • Experience with regulatory enforcement and environmental litigation.
  • Strong knowledge of site cleanup, air, wastewater, and PCB regulations.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively.

  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  This individual will:

  • Energetic, disciplined, and team-oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal and business partnering skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

  PERFORMANCE FACTORS

  • Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.
  • Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.
  • Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • 90% office-based, 10% in-plant with exposure to manufacturing operations.

  TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

  • Refer to training matrix on file with Quality Department (QSP 62-01).

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time.

  This position has been determined to be a safety-sensitive position and requires a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen that includes marijuana.

  ABOUT KAISER ALUMIINUM

  Talented people join our team because we are passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, and community engagement. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, and we strive to reflect the multicultural communities we serve. Join us in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future.

• About the company

  Kaiser Aluminum was founded in 1946 by prominent American industrialist Henry J. Kaiser as a mining, refining and primary aluminum producer. Kaiser Aluminum has evolved strategically from a fully integrated aluminum company to a semi-fabricated spec...

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