Environmental Engineer

Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

This position is a hybrid role and does not require the employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively.

Frequent travel is required. The role includes responsibility for providing in-person and remote environmental support to multiple non-manufacturing sites such as distribution warehouses, proving grounds, design studios, training centers and engineering facilities throughout the Western U.S.  The successful candidate will be expected to live within a reasonable driving distance of Yuma, AZ.  Sites include:

• Yuma, AZ (onsite at least once/month)
• Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Pasadena, CA; Mountain View, CA; Reno, NV; Denver, CO; Hudson, WI (onsite at least 2 times/year)
• Responsibility for supporting 4 other small non-manufacturing sites in CA and AZ remotely, with occasional travel to these and other small non-manufacturing sites throughout the US

As an Environmental Engineer at General Motors, you will have the opportunity to champion the air, waste and water compliance programs at multiple non-manufacturing sites and be responsible for developing processes and procedures to reduce environmental risk. You will work cross-functionally with diverse groups to create and implement best-in-class, sustainable solutions to improve environmental compliance and sustainability across multiple non-manufacturing sites. As an Environmental Leader, you will be a part of a team fulfilling GM’s Vision of Zero, Zero, Zero.

Job Overview

• Focus on driving common environmental stewardship programs at multiple sites
• Engage with local regulatory agencies across multiple states.
• Engage with facility managers, plant managers, and other site personnel to garner support for environmental goals and objectives.
• Use understanding of storm water management, air emissions impacts, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling programs to ensure effective decision-making and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare required regulatory documentation and reports; schedule and perform compliance testing.
• Frequent travel by car and air to visit sites and ensure environmental compliance and conformance.
• Utilize technology and information to develop and maintain environmental management systems.
• Monitor environmental parameters and progress to provide recommendations for continuous improvement. 
• Support and improve system designs that preserve the environment, integrate the latest technologies and provide long-term environmental solutions.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) ​

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering or related sciences with emphasis on Environmental Engineering preferred.
• Regulatory knowledge.  Experience in Air Permitting, Storm Water Permitting, Sewer Use Ordinances, and/or Hazardous Waste Generator Requirements.
• Experience in Environmental Engineering or related science, preferably at a manufacturing operation.
• Basic knowledge of the automotive manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate proficiently to all levels of management with executive presence
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead effective teams, including delegation of tasks
• Experience determining regulatory compliance and analyzing data

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.