Clarios
Director EHS Projects Environmental Permitting & Compliance
Clarios, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
What you will do
We are seeking a highly experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Leader with extensive expertise in U.S. environmental regulations and a strong track record of successfully permitting complex industrial facilities. This role is pivotal to the development and operation of a greenfield lead‑acid battery recycling facility, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. The EHS Leader will oversee environmental permitting, manage all regulatory agency interactions, and implement robust EHS programs to support safe, compliant, and sustainable operations.
How you will do it
Provide EHS guidance through the design, construction, commissioning, and operational phases of the facility. Integrate EHS considerations into the engineering design process, equipment selection, and site layout. Support environmental impact assessments, community engagement, and sustainability initiatives. Lead the preparation, submission, and negotiation of all environmental permits required for construction and operation. Serve as the primary liaison with EPA, state environmental agencies, and local regulators. Track and interpret regulatory changes affecting the facility and ensure proactive compliance. Develop compliance strategies for RCRA, CAA, CWA, EPCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and state‑specific environmental requirements. Develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems to ensure compliance with OSHA and industry standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 10 years of EHS experience with at least 5 years focused on environmental permitting for industrial or recycling facilities. Direct experience in obtaining and managing air, water, waste, and hazardous‑materials permits. Strong knowledge of EPA regulations and state‑specific permitting processes. Demonstrated success in greenfield or brownfield industrial project permitting.
Preferred qualifications
Experience in battery recycling, smelting, or metals processing. Master’s degree or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, PE). Experience with ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 management systems.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company match starting on the date of hire. Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts. Parental and caregiver leave programs. Paid time off, flexible spending, short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits. Global market strength and leadership. LEED‑certified headquarters with full‑service cafeteria and workout facility. Recognition as one of 2025’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.
Who we are
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we are not just making batteries; we are shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios, where your power meets endless possibilities.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams across work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by law. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.
Important Notes
Please be aware that Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or CVs. All recruitment emails should be sent exclusively to our official careers email address.
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We are seeking a highly experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Leader with extensive expertise in U.S. environmental regulations and a strong track record of successfully permitting complex industrial facilities. This role is pivotal to the development and operation of a greenfield lead‑acid battery recycling facility, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. The EHS Leader will oversee environmental permitting, manage all regulatory agency interactions, and implement robust EHS programs to support safe, compliant, and sustainable operations.
How you will do it
Provide EHS guidance through the design, construction, commissioning, and operational phases of the facility. Integrate EHS considerations into the engineering design process, equipment selection, and site layout. Support environmental impact assessments, community engagement, and sustainability initiatives. Lead the preparation, submission, and negotiation of all environmental permits required for construction and operation. Serve as the primary liaison with EPA, state environmental agencies, and local regulators. Track and interpret regulatory changes affecting the facility and ensure proactive compliance. Develop compliance strategies for RCRA, CAA, CWA, EPCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and state‑specific environmental requirements. Develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems to ensure compliance with OSHA and industry standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 10 years of EHS experience with at least 5 years focused on environmental permitting for industrial or recycling facilities. Direct experience in obtaining and managing air, water, waste, and hazardous‑materials permits. Strong knowledge of EPA regulations and state‑specific permitting processes. Demonstrated success in greenfield or brownfield industrial project permitting.
Preferred qualifications
Experience in battery recycling, smelting, or metals processing. Master’s degree or professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHMM, PE). Experience with ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 management systems.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company match starting on the date of hire. Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts. Parental and caregiver leave programs. Paid time off, flexible spending, short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits. Global market strength and leadership. LEED‑certified headquarters with full‑service cafeteria and workout facility. Recognition as one of 2025’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.
Who we are
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we are not just making batteries; we are shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios, where your power meets endless possibilities.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams across work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by law. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.
Important Notes
Please be aware that Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or CVs. All recruitment emails should be sent exclusively to our official careers email address.
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