8250BR

Position Title:

Senior Pollution Prevention Engineer

Organization:

CIMS Pollution Prevention Institute

Job Responsibilities:

The Senior P2 Engineer will primarily support the industrial/manufacturing programs of the NYSP2I; this entails providing hands-on P2 technical assistance to industry in a variety of sectors. The Senior P2 Engineer will use their technical expertise and industry experience to assess manufacturing processes to identify areas of improvement with regard to energy use, water use, hazardous and non-hazardous waste reduction and other environmental impacts. This work will entail performing material and energy balances to identify baseline metrics, researching and identifying environmentally preferable and cost-effective alternatives, such as material substitution, process modification and adoption of new technology. This role will require staying abreast of current and emerging P2 challenges as well as the potential solutions to address those challenges.

The Senior P2 Engineer will manage multiple, concurrent projects as well as mentor junior staff or students on the project teams.

The Senior P2 Engineer will scope projects and develop project proposals, and will write final technical reports, trade articles and case studies. The Senior P2 Engineer will present project results to clients at all levels of the organization as well as develop and present P2 training and best practices workshops to stakeholders. The Senior P2 Engineer will also be responsible for assisting the team in searching for, applying to, and writing federal, state and other relevant grant proposals. Therefore, excellent communication, writing and presentation skills are a requirement for this position. The Senior P2 Engineer will perform other tasks in support of the Institute as requested by the director, which may include development of P2 assessment tools and conducting research in specific focus areas.

The major responsibilities of this position are:

• Screen companies for P2 opportunities, develop project proposals, and manage client relations

• Provide technical assistance/conduct applied research and manage projects including:

• Provide hands-on direct assistance to industry in a variety of sectors, including assessing manufacturing processes to identify areas of improvement, collecting data on-site and performing material and energy balances to identify baseline metrics, researching and identifying environmentally preferable and cost-effective alternatives, and assisting companies in meeting certifications/scorecards or other sustainability goals.

• Conduct secondary research on new technologies and approaches to identify P2 solutions for clients.

• Conduct experiments to assess the validity, efficacy and feasibility of potential solutions for client-specific applications.

• Conduct applied research for special projects to advance pollution prevention in NYS.

• Plan projects primarily for manufacturing client P2 assessment, feasibility and implementation projects and develop scopes of work along with project budget, timeline, resource planning and risk assessment/mitigation plan.

• Execute projects, including sourcing/scheduling necessary materials, supplies and equipment, conducting research, leading and motivating the project team and managing the client relationship.

• Monitor and control the projects so they are completed on time, within budget and meet stated goals.

• Use project management tools as appropriate and identify new tools and approaches for continuous improvement.

• Write technical project reports and program progress reports and collect and report metrics.

• Prepare content and deliver workshops and professional training.

• Write case studies, articles, and other materials.

• Other tasks as needed (i.e. grant proposal development)

FLSA Category:

Exempt

Requisition Number:

8250BR

College/Division:

Golisano Institute for Sustainability

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to your application for employment at RIT, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu.

In compliance with Executive Order 14042, all university employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 on or before December 8, 2021 or your start date (whichever is later), or have an approved medical/disability or religious accommodation

Required Minimum Education Level:

Masters-Other, MS, MA

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :

121A

Required Qualifications:

Education:

An advanced degree or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related technical or scientific field.

Please note:

• The individual hired for this position will be required to have a valid driver's license and a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy (https://www.rit.edu/fa/grms/sites/rit.edu.fa.grms/files/docs/VehicleSafetyProcedures.pdf) (please refer to page 4)

Required experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of related work experience, with experience in manufacturing process improvement/efficiency.

• Project management experience including budget and time management

• Experience leading a team, professional mentoring and/or managing staff

• Solid understanding of source reduction/pollution prevention technologies/approaches, green technology and engineering

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience writing technical reports

• Ability to solve complex problems

• Team player with good interpersonal skills

• Strong presentation skills

• Very strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience or working knowledge in the following areas preferred:

• Green chemistry/alternative materials

• Design for the environment

• Systems analysis

• Environmental/P2 assessments and technical assistance

The following experience is also preferred:

• Developing and delivering training

• Use of Quality, Lean, Six Sigma (or equivalent) tools

• Writing grant/research proposals to federal and/or state sponsors

• Writing detailed final technical reports for industrial clients

Department/College Description:

The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute is part of the Golisano Institute for Sustainability, an applied research organization at RIT whose mission is to undertake world-class education and research programs in sustainability with major foci on sustainable production, sustainable energy, sustainable mobility and ecologically friendly information technology systems. NYSP2I is staffed by a passionate team of scientists, engineers, and administrative personnel who collaborate with companies in New York State to provide technical assistance and solutions to complex sustainability problems. More information on the Institute can be found at https://www.rit.edu/affiliate/nysp2i/

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What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Job Summary:

The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYS P2I) is seeking a Senior Pollution Prevention (P2) Engineer. The Senior Pollution Prevention Engineer will contribute to all aspects of the NYSP2I program and will be primarily responsible for providing P2 technical assistance to industry and other identified sectors, working with manufacturers throughout the supply chain, conducting research, and facilitating technology transfer of P2 technologies through workshops & outreach efforts.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

68800

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

115200