Environmental Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 12, 2026. Packaging Corporation of America scores B on the Alion truth index.
DeRidder Environmental Engineer Position
PCA is hiring an Environmental Engineer to work onsite in our DeRidder, LA pulp and paper mill.
Principle Accountabilities:
Monitor and evaluate compliance status of mill operations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions
Read, comprehend, and interpret federal and state regulations applicable to the mill site
Establish a positive and productive working relationship with operations, maintenance, regulatory agencies, contractors
Identify potential problem areas, develop corrective actions and/or plans, and follow through until complete
Prepare compliance reports (i.e. semiannual, annual, and performance test reports) for submission to regulatory agencies
Coordinate with operations and contractors for conducting required compliance tasks such as performance testing
Create and/or revise compliance procedures or plans
Conduct field activities
Participate and assist in audits and inspections
Perform and complete other tasks assigned by supervisor
Input information and maintain databases, spreadsheets
Periodic travel will be necessary
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineer, Chemical Engineer
Minimum of 5 - 10 years of experience in a manufacturing facility
Understanding of regulatory compliance, performance testing, biology, chemistry, process operations
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.
Possess strong writing, analytical, organizational skills
Demonstrates attention to detail, time management, self motivated, and personal responsibility
Ability to listen, communicate, and follow procedure/instruction
Must be authorized to work in the U.S
Knowledge/Competencies:
Knowledgeable in air pollution, water pollution, solid waste, hazardous waste, federal and state agency reporting
Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems, Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems, Continuous Monitoring Systems, Relative Accuracy Test Audit
Familiar with release/spill event reporting requirements of USEPA/LSP/LDEQ
Fundamental understanding of core environmental statutes and regulations such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Emergency Planning & Right-to-Know Act, New Source Performance Standards, Maximum Achievable Control Technology, Part 70 Title V Operating Permits, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Compensation is dependent on qualifications of the candidate. Starting salary range for the position is $90,000-120,000. This position is