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SP2 Sustainability Engineer

AT General Motors
General Motors

SP2 Sustainability Engineer

Warren, MI

Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan, on a full-time basis.

The Role

The SP2 Sustainability Engineer at General Motors is responsible for managing third-party contracts that support the Resource Management (RM) and Chemical Management (CM) programs at select sites. This role is crucial in championing waste compliance and executing GM's Zero Waste goals.

The Resource Management (RM) Program is a strategic alternative to traditional waste management and contracting designed to implement innovative source reduction, recycling, and recovery methods to continually improve the value of GM by-products or "Resources." This program is integral to achieving GM's Zero Waste goal and ensuring waste compliance.

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The Chemical Management (CM) Program oversees direct and indirect chemical procurement and logistics, manages the disposition of process material byproducts, and facilitates closed-loop systems to enhance material usage efficiency and reduce the environmental footprint across GM's operations.

What You'll Do

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans for GM's RM and CM programs, budget management, and track and measure program success in support of GM's sustainability goals.
  • Program Management: Support direct and indirect chemical procurement and logistics, handle the disposition of process material byproducts, and facilitate closed-loop systems at GM's facilities. Additionally, manage the RM program by implementing innovative source reduction, recycling, and recovery methods to improve the value of GM by-products while ensuring environmental compliance.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders to ensure continual improvement and support new program/project implementation.
  • Innovation and Change Management: Develop creative solutions to complex environmental challenges and support innovation to meet GM goals and initiatives.
  • Team Collaboration: Engage with environmental leaders and suppliers to foster teamwork, resolve conflicts, and value diversity.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related sciences, with a preference for environmental engineering or other sciences. Equivalent experience will be considered along with 5+ years of experience in environmental and/or chemical management.
  • 3+ years of experience in environmental and/or chemical management.
  • Proven experience leading, managing, or overseeing small teams, projects, and/or contracted environmental service providers.
  • Proven leadership in the environmental or similar discipline.
  • Strong sense of teamwork and shared achievement of team targets.
  • Employ systems thinking to understand and optimize interconnected components.
  • Apply qualitative and quantitative skills relevant to environmental programs (e.g., modeling, budgeting, financial analysis, life cycle assessment, interviewing, surveying, environmental and risk communication).
  • Analyze data and develop materials to communicate strategic RM/CM program initiatives.
  • Work independently and collaboratively for effective project management and communication.
  • Apply best practices to real-world sustainability in manufacturing and non-manufacturing contexts.
  • Act as a change agent.
  • Communicate effectively with peers, strategic partners, GM Finance, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain, and GM leadership
  • Evaluate and resolve problems collaboratively and independently.
  • Resolve issues with internal and external constituencies.
  • Manage chemical management and resource management programs within budget.
  • Analyze, visualize, and communicate analytical data.
  • Embed sustainability thinking in business processes.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge

  • Preferred proven experience with multiple medias in the environmental field.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire

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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202422559
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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