Environmental Permitting and Compliance Manager

Carpenter Technology’s Reading, Pennsylvania facility serves as the company’s primary manufacturing site and specializes in producing premium specialty alloys. These advanced materials are designed for critical applications in industries such as aerospace, transportation, medical, and energy. The facility is recognized as a center for innovation, featuring state-of-the-art melting, refining, and finishing operations. Integrated research and development capabilities further support the creation of next-generation materials and engineered solutions.

Environmental Permitting and Compliance Manager

Job Summary

The Environmental Permitting and Compliance Manager is responsible for leading the development and implementation of environmental permitting strategies, waste reduction initiatives, and regulatory compliance programs across multiple heavy industrial manufacturing facilities. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and project management skills, as well as the ability to engage stakeholders and foster continuous improvement. The manager will ensure complete adherence to local, state, and federal environmental regulations, facilitate timely permit applications and renewals, and oversee internal regulatory compliance programs to support sustainable operations and reduce environmental risk.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, submission, and renewal of environmental permits, including those related to air, water, waste, and stormwater.
• Maintain a comprehensive compliance calendar to track all reporting deadlines.
• Monitor regulatory changes, assess their impact on facility operations, and develop plans for implementation.
• Coordinate and conduct internal audits, lead third-party inspections, and follow up on corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and file mandatory regulatory reports, such as Title V, TRI, SPCC, and wastewater discharge reports.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state agencies, and local regulators, representing the company during inspections and enforcement actions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure environmental requirements are integrated into new projects and process modifications.
• Train and mentor on-site environmental coordinators on permit conditions and best practices.
• Investigate incidents of non-compliance, oversee root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental data management systems and generate compliance dashboards for company leadership.
• Develop alternative use permits for materials currently classified as waste to minimize environmental impacts.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) required.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience as an engineer or compliance specialist in a manufacturing and/or consulting environment.
• Ability to travel as needed, up to 50% travel time per month.

Additional Requirements

• Strong skills in project management and organization.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with environmental data management systems and regulatory reporting tools.