Environmental Engineer

About the role

Rockwool is looking for an Environmental Engineer to join its Ploieşti plant. The role ensures full compliance with the Integrated Environmental Authorization, monitors emissions, and drives sustainability initiatives across the facility.

Key responsibilities

• Manage Integrated Environmental Authorization compliance, including yearly visa and renewal processes.
• Prepare energy management reports, participate in monthly meetings, and support improvement actions.
• Oversee emissions and air‑quality monitoring programs for stack emissions, diffuse dust, and ambient air.
• Coordinate recycling, storage, and disposal of industrial and hazardous waste, promoting circular‑economy principles.
• Monitor water and wastewater discharges and ensure optimal operation of treatment systems.
• Prepare and submit regulatory environmental reports and act as primary contact for inspections.
• Lead ISO 14001:2015 audits and deliver environmental training to plant personnel.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on environmental management experience in heavy industry.
• Certified Waste Management Specialist (Romanian legislation); Environmental Auditor certification is a plus.
• In‑depth knowledge of Romanian and EU environmental legislation, Industrial Emissions Directive, and related regulations.

Required skills

• Emissions monitoring and air‑quality measurement.
• Industrial waste management and recycling.
• Energy management reporting and performance monitoring.
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management System implementation.
• Regulatory reporting and liaison with environmental authorities.