Environmental Leader

Description

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Onsite -This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lansing, Michigan, on a full-time basis. Some travel to other Ultium Cells sites will be necessary for training purposes.

The Role

At GM environmental, we are geared towards developing creative solutions to complex environmental challenges. Environmental Engineers at General Motors, you will have the opportunity to champion the air, waste and water compliance programs and be responsible for developing programs 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 the site. As an Environmental Leader, you will be working in an exciting manufacturing environment and be a part of a team fulfilling GM’s Vision of Zero, Zero, Zero.

At Ultium Cells Lansing, you will be a part of a team that is focused on constructing and launching a new battery cell manufacturing facility. Ultium is a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solutions, and you will be immersed in an exciting, diverse culture of cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Focus on driving consistent environmental stewardship programs.

• Engage with local regulatory agencies.

• Develop creative solutions to complex environmental challenges.

• 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.

• Grow to understand the plant manufacturing systems including production processes, wastewater discharges, storm water management, air emissions impacts, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling programs, to ensure effective decision-making and regulatory compliance. In this position you will be specifically responsible for the water and tank compliance programs while be knowledgeable of all environmental media.

• Interface with business partners and regulatory agencies to prepare required regulatory documentation and reports, schedule and perform compliance testing.

• Responsible for leading a team of Ultium environmental engineers and actively engaging team members in their skill development and career growth.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering or related sciences

• Experience in Air Permitting, Storm Water Permitting, 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 capabilities to lead teams.

• This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering or related sciences with emphasis on environmental engineering preferred.

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. 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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