About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of high purity cellulose commonly used in the production of filters, food, pharmaceuticals, high performance plastics, propellants and various other industrial applications. RYAM’s specialized assets, capable of creating the world’s leading cellulose specialties products, are also used to produce cellulose viscose pulp, cellulose fluff pulp, paperboard, high yield pulp and various value-added co-products, including biofuels, bioelectricity and lignin. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM generated $1.5 billion of revenue in 2025. More information is available at www.ryam.com

RYAM's intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 100 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency.  RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation's top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in over 40 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, we’re shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purpose…to be the world’s leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company’s mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

The Environmental Engineer supports environmental compliance and performance at RYAM’s Jesup facility. The role provides engineering and technical support for Title V (Air), NPDES (Wastewater & Stormwater), groundwater withdrawal, drinking water system, solid waste, and hazardous waste materials programs; evaluates environmental data; prepares regulatory reports; and supports projects that prevent releases and improve environmental controls. Position level will be based on qualifications, relevant experience and demonstrated technical capability.

How you’ll shape the future of the Environmental Team

•  Support compliance with applicable environmental permits, regulations and plant procedures. Identify potential compliance issues, recommend corrective actions and track actions through completion.

•  Coordinate environmental monitoring, sampling and testing. Evaluate data for accuracy, investigate unusual results and maintain complete, reliable records.

•  Prepare and review environmental reports, permit documentation and other required submissions. Maintain compliance calendars and supporting records to help ensure timely, accurate reporting.

•  Provide technical support for environmental monitoring instruments and pollution control equipment, including evaluation of performance, troubleshooting and recommended improvements.

•  Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and laboratory personnel to evaluate process changes, support environmental projects and improve operating practices.

•  Participate in inspections, audits and environmental incident investigations. Identify causes, recommend preventive measures and communicate findings to management.

•  Support environmental emergency response plans, hazardous materials inventories, spill response and cleanup activities. Promptly communicate environmental incidents to appropriate plant leadership.

•  Coordinate with regulatory agencies, consultants and contractors as assigned. Provide technical guidance and environmental training to plant personnel.

•  Maintain project records and cost information, support special studies and participate in after-hours or weekend response as assigned.

You’ll be someone who can bring

•  A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.

•  Working knowledge of environmental regulations, permit requirements and compliance practices related to air, water, waste and hazardous materials.

•  Experience analyzing monitoring and laboratory data, preparing technical reports and maintaining accurate compliance records.

•  Strong problem-solving, organization and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate work across departments and manage competing deadlines.

•  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn environmental data management and reporting systems.

•  The ability to work safely in an industrial environment, conduct field inspections and use required personal protective equipment.

Preferred qualifications

•  Experience (3+ years) in pulp and paper, chemical manufacturing or a comparable industrial operation.

•  Experience (3+ years) with environmental permit reporting, environmental permitting, agency inspections, pollution control equipment and environmental incident response.

•  Professional Engineer licensure or a relevant environmental professional certification.

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