Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Engineer

Work in Silgan’s brand-new office in Waukesha, WI.

Join a team where your expertise in air compliance and regulatory programs ensures operational excellence across a national manufacturing footprint.

We are seeking a Compliance Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment and takes ownership of complex environmental compliance programs. This role places a strong emphasis on air permitting, emissions compliance, and Clean Air Act regulatory requirements, while also supporting water and waste compliance initiatives. You will partner closely with plant leadership to proactively manage compliance risks, maintain permits, and support operational excellence across multiple facilities.

Why This Role Stands Out

• High-visibility role supporting multiple manufacturing facilities
• Primary ownership of enterprise air compliance programs
• Lead permitting, emissions reporting, and regulatory strategy
• Work directly with federal and state regulatory agencies
• Modern workspace in our new office
• Stability and career growth within a Fortune 500 organization

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• 15 vacation days plus 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development
• Wellness programs and telehealth benefits

What You Will Do

• Oversee compliance with the Clean Air Act and applicable federal and state air regulations
• Manage Title V and other air permits, permit modifications, and renewals
• Prepare emissions inventories, regulatory reports, and compliance documentation
• Coordinate stack testing, emissions calculations, and ongoing air monitoring activities
• Interpret and apply EPA, state, and local environmental regulations
• Support wastewater and hazardous waste compliance programs
• Conduct environmental audits, inspections, and corrective actions
• Serve as the primary environmental liaison with regulatory agencies
• Monitor compliance metrics and proactively identify environmental risks
• Partner with plant operations to implement sustainable compliance solutions
• Develop and deliver environmental compliance training

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related discipline
• 3+ years of environmental compliance experience in manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience managing air permitting and air compliance programs
• Strong knowledge of Title V permitting, Clean Air Act requirements, emissions inventories, MACT/NESHAP, and NSPS regulations
• Experience working with EPA and state regulatory agencies
• Experience conducting environmental audits and compliance reporting
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to travel 20–30%
• Professional Engineer (PE), CHMM, or similar certification preferred
• Experience with stack testing and emissions calculations preferred

Who We Are

We are a Fortune 500 global packaging leader with more than 100 manufacturing facilities worldwide. We are committed to operational excellence, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and long-term stability.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.