Senior Engineer - Environmental (Beech Island, SC)
Job DescriptionSummary of Position To provide overall leadership for the Environmental and Sustainability systems at the manufacturing site in support of a safe and profitable operation that strives to continuously improve and reduce mill impact on the environment.
Scope As an integral part of the Environment & Sustainability (E&S) team, the Site Senior Environmental & Sustainability Engineer assumes a leadership position, spearheading Kimberly-Clark's (K-C) commitment to Better Care for a Better World. The position ensures that the facility is strategically aligned and operates in conformance with K-C E&S Standards and in compliance with local legal requirements.
Through influence without authority and/or direct reporting relationships, the position works collaboratively to identify and direct appropriate process and systems that elevate site program maturity, effectively manage risks and deliver continuous improvement in environmental and sustainability results. The Senior Engineer may lead a team of professionals to assist in delivering on accountabilities and reports to the Segment E&S Operations Leader.
In this role, you will:1. Compliance Assurance:- Ensure the site is compliant with K-C and regulatory controls and requirements related to environmental matters.
- Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements of EPA (Clean Air Act), SCDES, and other federal and state agencies.
- EMOC review and documentation.
- Chemical inventory (SARA Reporting), working with Staff on new projects with air impacts.
2. E&S Management System Ownership:- Take ownership of the relevant environmental and sustainability components within the site's E&S Management System.
3. Risk Management:- Identify environmental aspects, hazards, emerging requirements, etc., and verify that they are managed to acceptable levels of risk or impact.
- Define the environmental and sustainability risk reduction strategy for the site, lead implementation of the plan, and continuously assess the effectiveness of performance.
4. Implement & Manage ISO E&S management system:- Lead the facility's effort to elevate the E&S operating model to align with ISO 14001:2026 release.
- Implement strategies and initiatives to continually improve the effectiveness of the E&S programs.
5. Strategic Alignment:- Embed K-C's E&S strategies and partner to drive execution
- Lead the facility's initiatives to improve the maturity of environmental and sustainability programs.
- Collaborate with segment and global teams to ensure consistent application of E&S standards and best practices for environmental & sustainability.
- Drive facility E&S objectives through pipeline ideation & execution, CPC/Sustainability systems alignment, and calibration with plant & central teams.
6. Objective Setting:- Deliver Sustainability 2030 goals (and create value) by pulling through best practices/technologies and incorporating into plans, KPIs, and budget. This includes water use reduction, climate emissions reduction, waste elimination, and chemicals of concern elimination.
- Define E&S objectives for the site and assess effectiveness of performance
7. Event Investigations:- Lead environmental event investigations to ensure thorough root cause evaluations and verify the effective implementation of corrective/preventative actions.
- Verify the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions to mitigate the recurrence of incidents.
- Escalate appropriately per the E&S escalation process
8. Training and Orientation:- Ensure all employees undergo appropriate environmental and sustainability orientation and training programs.
9. Contractor Compliance:- Ensure adherence of contractors to relevant K-C standards and E&S requirements specifically for environmental & sustainability matters.
10. Data Analysis and Reporting:- Implement E&S rollouts of next generation digital, reporting and assurance within site to drive resource efficiency and effectiveness and build equity in K-C's brands
- Utilize digital systems/platforms to conduct analysis of environmental and sustainability data. Applies procedures and controls to ensure data integrity.
- Technological Acumen: Leverage data and digital systems/platforms to improve decision-making and problem-solving. Address technological advancements, such as automation, as relevant to tasks/duties of the role.
- Provide insights and recommend improvement actions based on data analysis.
- Ensure procedures and controls are in place to verify the quality and completeness of data.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or equivalent.
- 5 plus years of E&S experience in air permitting, Chemical management, SPCC, and SWPPP programs in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated management and leadership experience. Strong communication, collaboration and influencing skills.
Preferred Qualifications- Incumbent would possess or agree to obtain and maintain DOT/RCRA Training.
Total BenefitsHere are just a few of the benefits you'd enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.
Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark's applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark's sole discretion.
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Salary Range: 105,740 - 130,620 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
Primary LocationBeech Island Mill
Additional LocationsWorker TypeEmployee
Worker Sub-TypeRegular
Time TypeFull time
