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Par Pacific lists this Environmental Engineer opportunity in newcastle, Wyoming. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Environmental Engineer
Wyoming Refining Company
The Environmental Engineer is responsible for supporting and overseeing day‑to‑day environmental compliance activities at Wyoming Refining Company, including wastewater treatment operations, groundwater monitoring, waste management, remediation activities, and air quality compliance. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and supporting refinery environmental programs. The Environmental Engineer will report directly to the Environmental Manager and will work closely with Environmental Engineers and Environmental Technicians within the Environmental Department.
This role supports implementation of refinery environmental compliance programs and management of Federal and State regulatory requirements applicable to refinery operations and associated facilities. The Environmental Engineer will understand the technical and regulatory basis for assigned duties, actively monitor refinery systems related to environmental compliance, proactively identify, communicate, and resolve concerns for potential compliance issues, manage compliance records, and participate in agency inspections.
Key Activities
Program Management: WRC complies with various aspects of the following programs:Wyoming Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WyPDES)
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP (BWON) / NSPS Subpart QQQ compliance program, Title V permitting, emissions inventory reporting, and applicable state and federal air quality requirements
Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program support; RCRA, DOT, and other waste regulations
Project Management: May serve as a project manager or team member for environmental and compliance‑related projects, including planning, implementation, contractor coordination, and field execution. Manages field activities with operating, technical, maintenance, construction, and environmental personnel, and handles contractor activity such as RFQ preparation, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations.
Spill Management: Spill management, reporting, and investigation.
Improvement & Capital Projects: Identify opportunities to improve performance of systems and processes, make recommendations for future projects, and manage/ support capital projects as needed.
Environmental Compliance
Support and maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and permit requirements.
Support refinery air compliance programs, including emission calculations, regulatory reporting, permit compliance, and monitoring.
Ensure all regulatory reports are complete, correct, and submitted on time.
Ensure prompt reporting of permit deviations to the appropriate agencies.
Team Cooperation
Develop and maintain effective relationships throughout the organization.
Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering Departments to ensure awareness of environmental system status.
Serve as a member of the Environmental Department's on‑call team.
Summary
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
Monitor refinery environmental systems and programs to maintain regulatory compliance.
Manage environmental compliance data, reports, and electronic record‑keeping systems.
Identify, communicate, and support resolution of potential compliance issues.
Coordinate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Support environmental reporting, inspections, audits, and incident response activities.
Participate in the Environmental Department on‑call rotation.
Lead or support assigned environmental projects and initiatives.
Perform additional duties and special assignments as needed.
50% office work, 50% field work as applicable.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Petroleum, or related discipline) or Environmental Science.
Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without visa sponsorship.
8+ years of experience in environmental compliance and regulatory programs; 5+ years of refining experience preferred.
Preference for candidates with refinery environmental compliance experience.
Strong communication skills; fluent in English, oral and written.
Familiarity with refinery air compliance programs (Title V permitting, LDAR, NSPS, MACT, emissions reporting, flare compliance).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel) and Adobe Acrobat; ability to learn environmental and maintenance database systems (RegPerfect, SAP, Navigator).
Experience with emissions inventories, emissions calculations, or regulatory reporting.
Strong technical skills for collecting, managing, analyzing, and interpreting environmental and operational data.
Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adjust work schedules to support operational and regulatory requirements.
Strong interpersonal skills to build cross‑functional relationships and manage tight deadlines.
Familiarity with refinery air quality compliance programs, emissions reporting, permitting, and Clean Air Act regulations.
Experience with State and Federal regulators and the Code of Federal Regulations.
Ability to work in refinery operating environments, including outdoor conditions, elevated areas, and around industrial equipment while wearing required PPE.
Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Worksite address
newcastle, WY, 82701, US
Who can apply
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