Environmental Engineer

Job-ID: 2004611Location: Prattville, AL, United StatesSchedule: Full time, DayPosted: 2026-10-23Position Title: Environmental EngineerPay Rate:$94,000 - $125,000Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.Category/Shift:Salaried Full-TimePhysical Location:100 Jensen Rd. Prattville, ALPosition Scope:The Prattville Mill is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two paper machines. The mill includes multiple process lines of wood handling, pulping, power and recovery, and effluent treatment. The scope of the position includes implementing, coordinating, maintaining, monitoring, and reporting the progress of environmental programs. The position works within the HSE, Health Safety and Environmental, group and reports to the Environmental Manager.The Job You Will Perform:The Environmental Engineer’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Providing visible and active leadership in delivering excellent safety resultsReporting and communicating safety and performance measurements against objectivesCompleting safety audits to ensure internal and external resources are complying with safe work practicesCoordinating and driving all waste management compliance activities Ensuring that the mill is aligned with corporate initiatives and prioritiesInterfacing directly with federal, state regulatory agencies and community members to represent the mill within the community and regionParticipates in environmental compliance audits and assists the sites in closing the open action itemsPrepares, reviews and updates environmental reports Interacting with and providing regulatory guidance to mill operations, maintenance, and management personnel on a day-to-day basis Managing day-to-day waste activities related to landfill operations and provide support to landfill operatorsParticipating as a member of HSE department; maintaining strong relationships with other business unit personnel as well as operating and maintenance department leadersCoordinating and communicating with operating departments regarding regulatory concerns/support, including periodic training for salaried and hourly teams on environmental compliance as neededServing on a weekend duty team for the HSE groupProviding environmental support during outagesActing as owner’s representative for contractors providing services within Environmental departmentDevelop Corrective Actions Plans to address systematic gapsParticipating and leading in the development of Environmental Management System procedures for Waste managementActively using and improving upon existing systems for managing daily activities, including development of standard operating procedures (SOP)Initiating and facilitating problem solving through trouble-cause-correction processes (TCC)Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectivelyMaintain process knowledge and understanding of HSE operations, regulatory requirements and systemsWork effectively alone and within a teamMake timely and effective decisionsImplementing systems to improve/sustain resultsFacilitating the implementation of new procedures and controls required by the change in facilities, products, and corporate policies and proceduresServing on a weekend duty team for the HSE groupPerform other duties as requestedRequired Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or other related fieldNo less than one (8-10) year of experience in a manufacturing environment (pulp and paper industry experience preferred). Environmental area experience or knowledge is preferred. Knowledge and experience with practical application of environmental regulations desired. Must be experienced using a computer and skilled in word processing, spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Excel)Plant Applications and PI ProcessBook experience is desired but not required Position level and pay may vary based on experience.The Skills You Will Bring:Successful candidate should have the ability to:Instill safety as a core value within the team and effectively communicate a shared vision for safetyActively promote a culture of engagement and respectRepresent both company policy and direction, as well as actively advocate for crew/team needs and concernsQuickly develop thorough knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systemsUtilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate to groups and individuals at all levels including external regulatory agencies and community membersApproach responsibilities in an inclusive manner by engaging all team members in area, department, and millUtilize the International Paper Management of Change Process to drive changeWork effectively alone or within a teamAnalyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teamsUtilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectivelyMaintain process knowledge and understanding of EHS&S operations, regulatory requirements and systemsMake timely and effective decisionsAbout the companyThe Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets The Career You Will Build: Leadership training, promotional opportunities The Impact You Will Make: We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP. The Culture You Will Experience:International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.The Company You Will Join: International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.