Environmental Engineer Job Details | Nucor

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Jackson, Inc.

Location: Flowood, MS, United States

Job Post End Date: May 27, 2026

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

The Environmental Engineer position will have responsibilities for leading sustainability and environmental compliance for the division while maintaining environmental programs including air, water, waste, radiation, and ISO 14001. The engineer is expected to work independently including managing environmental projects, overseeing contractors, and driving continuous improvement. Active engagement through team training, problem-solving, audits, community outreach, and positive communication with both State and Federal regulators is required. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental-related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Initiative to drive for timely results and to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communications skills and ability to work with other departments.
• Solid understanding of air pollution control equipment, radiation detection equipment, CEMS equipment, water & wastewater systems and monitoring equipment including their design, operation and maintenance.
• Industrial, consulting or regulatory experience in environmental engineering, environmental compliance, environmental management or some combination thereof.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an engineering or environmental-related field.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace