Environmental Engineer

General Motors

Environmental Engineer creating sustainable solutions within manufacturing processes at General Motors. Focusing on environmental compliance and leading a team to improve eco-friendly practices.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRoanoke • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for developing/maintaining/supporting robust and consistent environmental stewardship program strategies in support of GM’s mission to deliver sustainable solutions that improve the communities in which we live and work.
Engage with local regulatory agencies.
Develop creative solutions to complex environmental challenges.
Utilize technology and information to develop and maintain environmental management systems.
Monitor environmental parameters and progress to provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Support and improve system designs that preserve the environment, integrate the latest technologies, and provide long-term environmental solutions.
Grow to understand the plant manufacturing systems including production processes, wastewater discharges, storm water management, air emissions impacts, sewer systems, chemical usage, and waste management/recycling programs, to ensure effective decision-making and regulatory compliance.
Interface with business partners and regulatory agencies to prepare required regulatory documentation and reports, schedule and perform compliance testing.
Cultivate and establish trustful relationships with key stakeholders, influencers, and industry partners to optimize implementation of our Resource & Chemical Management programs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Environmental Engineering, or a related field science.
5+ years’ experience in Air Permitting, Storm Water Permitting, Hazardous Waste Generator Requirements and/or related media.
Experience in environmental engineering or related science, preferably at a manufacturing operation.
Demonstrated ability to execute projects.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills.
Must be willing to travel between facilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Environmental EngineeringHazardous Waste ManagementProject ExecutionEnvironmental MonitoringData Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationCollaborationRelationship Building