Ascend
Environmental Engineer Air Compliance
Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles, cleaner energy, advanced medical devices, and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and customer success, we operate responsibly while delivering value through cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact. We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Engineer Air Compliance at our Pensacola Plant in Cantonment, Florida. This role is responsible for leading site air permitting and compliance programs to ensure sustainable, best-in-class environmental performance. The position requires regulatory expertise, technical depth, and the ability to partner with operations and maintenance teams to drive compliance and continuous improvement. Targeted Outcomes: Achieve and sustain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, with emphasis on air quality. Secure and maintain all required permits to support ongoing operations and growth projects. Proactively identify compliance risks, implement mitigation plans, and ensure timely communication to site leadership. Strengthen environmental performance through effective training, self-assessments, and field engagement. Build strong relationships with regulators, community stakeholders, and site personnel to enable compliance and credibility. Responsibilities: Air Permitting & Compliance: Lead site programs for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) air quality regulations, including New Source Review (NSR), New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT), greenhouse gases (GHG), and annual operating reports (AOR). Prepare, submit, and maintain all required permits and regulatory reports, including Title V compliance reports. Organize and oversee stack testing, monitoring programs, and reporting for multiple production units. Regulatory Interface & Risk Management: Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies on air permitting and compliance matters. Manage inspections, enforcement actions, and inquiries in accordance with company and legal requirements. Anticipate regulatory changes and assess potential impact to site operations, ensuring timely preparation and risk mitigation. Program Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Develop and maintain site environmental management systems to ensure compliance and improve efficiency. Track and analyze key compliance metrics; implement systems to enhance performance and reliability. Lead or participate in environmental audits and follow-up actions. Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to strengthen performance and build a learning culture. Collaboration & Training: Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and training groups to ensure environmental considerations are integrated into daily work practices. Provide technical guidance and deliver training programs to enhance environmental knowledge and accountability across the site. Actively engage in the field to model environmental leadership and build ownership among employees and contractors. Broader Environmental Support: Support additional environmental media programs (e.g., water, waste) as needed. Provide coverage for urgent site needs, including after-hours support. Team and Interactions: Reports to: Site Environmental Manager Interactions: Collaborates with site leadership, operations, maintenance, engineering, and regulatory agencies. Works cross-functionally to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Required Experience: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related Engineering discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality compliance within chemical, petrochemical, or refining industries. Experience with state-required air construction and operating permits. Desired Experience: Experience with FDEP permitting processes. Knowledge of Benzene Waste Operations (BWON), Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON), and Miscellaneous Organic NESHAP (MON). Familiarity with Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), and fenceline monitoring. Awareness of water quality and solid waste management practices. Required Skills: Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting strategies. Demonstrated ability to lead change, build accountability, and influence at all levels of the organization. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal, facilitation, and coaching skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results on time. Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Preferred Skills: Experience with Environmental Data Management Systems software for compliance tracking and reporting. Familiarity with American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) preferred. At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions. Skills Summary: About Us: Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful waysall within a stable and growing business. Why work at Ascend? Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values. We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that it is possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership. Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn't only apply to the marketplace it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members. Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You'll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs. Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn't mean simply working quickly it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges. One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don't accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won't be boxed into a single role at Ascend you could get the chance to work with teams across
Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles, cleaner energy, advanced medical devices, and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and customer success, we operate responsibly while delivering value through cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact. We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Engineer Air Compliance at our Pensacola Plant in Cantonment, Florida. This role is responsible for leading site air permitting and compliance programs to ensure sustainable, best-in-class environmental performance. The position requires regulatory expertise, technical depth, and the ability to partner with operations and maintenance teams to drive compliance and continuous improvement. Targeted Outcomes: Achieve and sustain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, with emphasis on air quality. Secure and maintain all required permits to support ongoing operations and growth projects. Proactively identify compliance risks, implement mitigation plans, and ensure timely communication to site leadership. Strengthen environmental performance through effective training, self-assessments, and field engagement. Build strong relationships with regulators, community stakeholders, and site personnel to enable compliance and credibility. Responsibilities: Air Permitting & Compliance: Lead site programs for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) air quality regulations, including New Source Review (NSR), New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT), greenhouse gases (GHG), and annual operating reports (AOR). Prepare, submit, and maintain all required permits and regulatory reports, including Title V compliance reports. Organize and oversee stack testing, monitoring programs, and reporting for multiple production units. Regulatory Interface & Risk Management: Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies on air permitting and compliance matters. Manage inspections, enforcement actions, and inquiries in accordance with company and legal requirements. Anticipate regulatory changes and assess potential impact to site operations, ensuring timely preparation and risk mitigation. Program Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Develop and maintain site environmental management systems to ensure compliance and improve efficiency. Track and analyze key compliance metrics; implement systems to enhance performance and reliability. Lead or participate in environmental audits and follow-up actions. Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to strengthen performance and build a learning culture. Collaboration & Training: Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and training groups to ensure environmental considerations are integrated into daily work practices. Provide technical guidance and deliver training programs to enhance environmental knowledge and accountability across the site. Actively engage in the field to model environmental leadership and build ownership among employees and contractors. Broader Environmental Support: Support additional environmental media programs (e.g., water, waste) as needed. Provide coverage for urgent site needs, including after-hours support. Team and Interactions: Reports to: Site Environmental Manager Interactions: Collaborates with site leadership, operations, maintenance, engineering, and regulatory agencies. Works cross-functionally to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Required Experience: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related Engineering discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality compliance within chemical, petrochemical, or refining industries. Experience with state-required air construction and operating permits. Desired Experience: Experience with FDEP permitting processes. Knowledge of Benzene Waste Operations (BWON), Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON), and Miscellaneous Organic NESHAP (MON). Familiarity with Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), and fenceline monitoring. Awareness of water quality and solid waste management practices. Required Skills: Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting strategies. Demonstrated ability to lead change, build accountability, and influence at all levels of the organization. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal, facilitation, and coaching skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results on time. Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Preferred Skills: Experience with Environmental Data Management Systems software for compliance tracking and reporting. Familiarity with American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) preferred. At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions. Skills Summary: About Us: Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful waysall within a stable and growing business. Why work at Ascend? Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values. We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that it is possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership. Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn't only apply to the marketplace it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members. Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You'll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs. Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn't mean simply working quickly it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges. One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don't accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won't be boxed into a single role at Ascend you could get the chance to work with teams across