Sustainability Engineer
Job-ID: 14484; Location(s): McPherson, KS
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Sustainability Engineer will be a highly motivated individual with a passion for sustainability and a commitment to driving positive change. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in advancing our commitment to sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint, and implementing clean energy solutions across all manufacturing processes.
JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
- Develop and implement strategies to minimize carbon emissions throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability practices into daily operations.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of our current carbon footprint from manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for reduction.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend clean energy technologies suitable for our manufacturing processes.
- Implement and manage clean energy solutions to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in clean energy to continuously improve our practices.
- Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements and waste reduction.
- Implement sustainable practices and technologies to enhance overall energy efficiency.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth integration of sustainable practices without compromising productivity.
- Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the success of sustainability initiatives.
- Generate regular reports on energy consumption, carbon emissions, and other relevant metrics.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to drive continuous improvement.
- Research and analyze sustainability and ESG trends among peers, clients, and other stakeholders; share creative ideas of how to integrate/improve program.
- Evaluation of sustainable packaging materials, sourcing of materials, and correlating economical, market, technical, operational, and other impacts
- With general direction, conducts environmental studies and prepares associated sustainability documentation (e.g., feasibility studies, value engineering) of basic to high complexity.
- participates in the development of sustainability and mitigation plans.
- Meet with cross functional teams to discuss recommendations and implement plans, as appropriate.
Other
- Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
- Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
Special Job Dimensions
- Will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Leading and/or contributing to carbon neutrality programs, calculations, and reporting
- High ethical standards and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and maturity.
- Strong execution skills, with ability to work independently while pursuing organizational and team goals.
- In-depth knowledge of clean energy technologies and their practical applications.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex manufacturing processes.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across departments.
- Participating in grassroots or employee-led sustainability efforts
Education, Certification/License & Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Sustainability, or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of experience developing and implementing sustainability initiatives within a manufacturing setting preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Your contact person:
Kristi Davis - Kristi.Davis@viega.us - +1 (620) 798-9010
Nearest Major Market: Wichita