Sustainability Project Engineer

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a Sustainability Project Engineer to join our team! The Engineer will be responsible for leading and supporting sustainability initiatives, including green building certifications, renewable energy projects, energy efficiency improvements, and environmental impact assessments.

This is a full-time role based in Phillipsburg, NJ.

What we're looking for

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; A Master's degree or certifications in sustainability-related disciplines (e.g., LEED AP, CEM, CEE) is a plus
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sustainability-focused engineering, environmental engineering, or related fields
  • Strong skills in project management, problem solving and value creation
• Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Office (Word, Teams, Outlook, Excel, etc.) experience highly desired
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with green building certifications and renewable energy projects is highly desirable
  • LEED AP, CEM, or equivalent certifications are a plus

How you will thrive and create an impact

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent project management skills, and a passion for implementing sustainable practices that contribute to environmental stewardship and operational efficiency. Ensuring technology standards and best practices are reviewed and implemented during the design phase of the project. Identifying new industry trends in technologies and leveraging them to ensure Avantor's competitive advantage. Working in support of the Process Technology Engineering group to establish company standards for systems, equipment, and software. Evaluating exiting systems for effectiveness and competitiveness providing recommendations for improvement based on sound business justification. Ensuring compliance with all requirements, laws, and regulations.

• Project Management: Lead, manage, and coordinate sustainability projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Drive sustainability efforts across projects, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, and the integration of renewable energy sources.
• Environmental Impact Assessments: Conduct environmental impact assessments, energy audits, and life cycle analyses to identify opportunities for sustainability improvements in projects and operations.
• Building Certifications: Facilitate the achievement of green building certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, or WELL, including documentation, tracking, and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, contractors, and external consultants to develop and implement sustainable solutions, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to sustainability performance, preparing reports for stakeholders, and recommending improvements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate sustainability goals, progress, and outcomes to internal teams, clients, and regulatory bodies, ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability objectives.
• Cost Analysis: Perform cost-benefit analyses of sustainability projects to evaluate financial viability and identify funding opportunities such as grants, incentives, or rebates.
• Research & Innovation: Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental practices to bring innovative solutions to the organization.
• Travel: 25% up to 50%

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

Typically works in a mix between office environment and manufacturing plant with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

Work assignments are diversified.

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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