Environmental Engineer

Requisition Number: 77996

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​ 

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Corning applies its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives. Corning Valor™ Glass is an example of a life-changing innovation purpose-built to store and protect injectable medicines. Corning is also a global leader in pharmaceutical tubing, manufacturing a variety of clear and amber glass tubing that is converted by our customers into vials, cartridges, ampules and syringes.

Scope of Position:

The Environmental Engineer will serve as the primary environmental compliance owner for the Vineland, NJ facility, with support from Division, Corporate environmental resources, and third-party consultants. This role is responsible for developing and implementing environmental strategies focused on regulatory compliance, permit management, environmental risk reduction, sustainability support, and alignment with corporate environmental requirements. Health and safety support may also be provided based on site priorities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Lead and continuously improve the site’s environmental management system, including ISO 14001 processes, documentation, communication, and integration with operations.
• Oversee environmental compliance activities, including monitoring, inspections, testing, recordkeeping, corrective actions, and regulatory reporting.
• Manage site environmental permits and programs, including Title V air permit, NJPDES, stormwater, well water, hazardous waste, universal waste, used oil, SPCC, tank management, refrigerants, EPCRA/Tier II/TRI, and other applicable requirements.
• Support hazardous waste compliance for a Large Quantity Generator site, including waste determinations, inspections, manifesting, contingency planning, training, reporting, and vendor coordination.
• Provide environmental guidance, training, and compliance support to employees, leaders, contractors, and vendors.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, project reviews, and proactive risk reduction efforts.
• Serve as the site environmental contact for regulatory inspections, audits, investigations, and corrective action follow-up.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Compliance Control, consultants, and regulators to maintain compliance and advance environmental objectives.

Work Schedule / Travel:

• Travel: Less than 5%
• Schedule: 40–50 hours per week

Education / Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent related experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in environmental health and safety engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, including air, water, hazardous waste, and federal/state/local compliance requirements.

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of environmental regulatory programs, including Title V air permit compliance, NJPDES, stormwater, well water, RCRA hazardous waste, and Large Quantity Generator requirements.
• Understanding of ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
• Ability to communicate regulatory requirements effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Experience with environmental reporting, data management, corrective action, and compliance tracking systems.

Desired / Soft Skills:

• Strong relationship-building skills with employees, leadership, regulators, consultants, and internal partners.
• Self-directed, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic EHS organization.
• Manufacturing experience with an understanding of technology delivery, innovation, and related environmental challenges.
• Project management experience, including managing consultants or external partners.
• Preferred certifications/training: CHMM, ISO 14001 auditor training, and RCRA/DOT hazardous materials or hazardous waste training.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $74,756.00 - $102,790.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

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A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on us.fitly.work .