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Environmental Specialist-Waste Management & SPCC
Job Location:
Job Location:
Itasca County, MN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 80000 - 105000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
15 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About Mesabi Metallics:
When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment supporting environmental stewardship and generatingvaluefor all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesotas mining history: Mesabi Metallics cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.
More importantly youll be immersed in a positive supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability integrity inclusivity innovation teamwork determination and performance and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.
At Mesabi Metallics you are part of a legacy of excellence playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.
Position Overview:
The Environmental Engineer/Specialist Waste Management & SPCC is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining environmental compliance programs related to waste management petroleum storage spill prevention and emergency response activities at an integrated Minnesota taconite mining and processing facility. This position ensures compliance with applicable federal state and local environmental regulations including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) regulations Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Environmental Manager the Environmental Engineer/Specialist will be responsible for the following:
Qualifications:
Mesabi Metallics offers competitive compensation and benefits packages including health insurance retirement plans and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
Mesabi Metallics is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment supporting environmental stewardship and generatingvaluefor all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesotas mining history: Mesabi Metallics cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.
More importantly youll be immersed in a positive supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability integrity inclusivity innovation teamwork determination and performance and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.
At Mesabi Metallics you are part of a legacy of excellence playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.
Position Overview:
The Environmental Engineer/Specialist Waste Management & SPCC is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining environmental compliance programs related to waste management petroleum storage spill prevention and emergency response activities at an integrated Minnesota taconite mining and processing facility. This position ensures compliance with applicable federal state and local environmental regulations including Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) regulations Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Environmental Manager the Environmental Engineer/Specialist will be responsible for the following:
- Manage facility-wide waste management programs to ensure compliance with RCRA Minnesota Hazardous Waste.
- Coordinate characterization profiling storage transportation recycling and disposal of hazardous non-hazardous universal industrial and special wastes.
- Conduct waste determinations and maintain documentation supporting waste classifications.
- Oversee hazardous waste accumulation areas satellite accumulation areas universal waste collection areas and waste storage facilities.
- Coordinate waste shipments and maintain manifests land disposal restriction notifications bills of lading and disposal records.
- Prepare and submit required regulatory reports notifications registrations and annual waste reporting documentation.
- Conduct routine inspections of waste storage areas and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Manage contracts and relationships with waste disposal recycling and treatment vendors.
- Evaluate operational changes and projects for waste management impacts and compliance requirements.
- Conduct monthly and annual SPCC inspections of aboveground storage tanks oil-filled equipment loading/unloading areas and secondary containment systems.
- Coordinate integrity testing preventive maintenance and inspections for petroleum storage infrastructure.
- Maintain oil storage inventories and ensure compliance with secondary containment requirements.
- Lead spill prevention initiatives and identify opportunities to reduce spill risks.
- Coordinate spill response activities investigations root cause analyses corrective actions and regulatory notifications.
- Maintain spill records and ensure reporting requirements are met for federal state and local agencies.
- Provide guidance and training to operations and construction personnel on compliance requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering Chemical Engineering Environmental Science or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in environmental compliance and monitoring(preferably in mining industrial commercial and/or energy).
- Working knowledge of federal and Minnesota state regulations and processes.
- Strong technical writing analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
- $80000 - $105000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.
Mesabi Metallics offers competitive compensation and benefits packages including health insurance retirement plans and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
Mesabi Metallics is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and environmentally sustainable mining and steel production. Supporting economic prosperity for Northern Minnesota.
