Environmental Engineer Manager Jobs in Wyoming (NOW HIRING)

Environmental Engineer
Posting Start Date: 6/1/26
Job Location (Short): Newcastle, WY, USA, 82701
Environmental Engineer
Wyoming Refining Company
WHO WE ARE:
Par Pacific is a growth-oriented company that owns and operates market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. Par Pacific combines experience in the oil and gas industry with corporate financing know-how. We bring this unique strength to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, entrepreneurial organization, we actively pursue new opportunities in response to local market demands and changing external environments.
The Opportunity
The Environmental Engineer is responsible for supporting and overseeing day-to-day environmental compliance activities at Wyoming Refining Company, including wastewater treatment operations, groundwater monitoring, waste management, remediation activities, and air quality compliance. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and supporting refinery environmental programs. The Environmental Engineer will report directly to the Environmental Manager and will work closely with Environmental Engineers and Environmental Technicians within the Environmental Department.
This role supports implementation of refinery environmental compliance programs and management of Federal and State regulatory requirements applicable to refinery operations and associated facilities. This individual is responsible for understanding the technical / regulatory basis for their assigned duties, actively monitoring refinery systems related to environmental compliance, being proactive in identifying, communicating, and resolving concerns for potential compliance issues, effectively managing compliance records, and participating in agency inspections.
Key activities include:
Program Management:

• WRC complies with various aspects of the:

• • Wyoming Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WyPDES) program.
  • Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program.
  • Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
  • Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP (BWON)NSPS Subpart QQQ compliance program. Title V permitting, emissions inventory reporting, and applicable state and federal air quality requirements.
  • Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program support. RCRA, DOT, and other waste regulations.

• May serve as a project manager or project team member for environmental and compliance-related projects, including planning, implementation, contractor coordination, and field execution. Manages field activities associated with assigned projects with operating, technical, maintenance, construction, and environmental personnel. Manage contractor activity, including the preparation of RFQ packages, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations and administration.

• Spill management, reporting, and investigating.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance of various systems and processes and make recommendations for future projects and initiatives.
• Manage and support capital projects as needed.

Environmental Compliance

• Support and maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permit requirements. Support refinery air compliance programs, including emissions calculations, regulatory reporting, permit compliance, and monitoring requirements associated with refinery operations.
• Ensure all regulatory reports are complete, correct, and submitted on time.
• Ensure prompt reporting of permit deviations to proper Agencies.

Team Cooperation

• Develop and maintain effective relationships throughout Wyoming Refining Company's organization.
  • Work closely with other Environmental team members.
  • Work closely and routinely interact with the Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering Departments to ensure their awareness of current environmental systems' status and inform them of any changes that are required to be made.
• Serve as a member of the Environmental Department's on-call team.

Summary

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Monitor refinery environmental systems and programs to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Manage environmental compliance data, reports, and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Identify, communicate, and support resolution of potential compliance issues.
• Coordinate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support environmental reporting, inspections, audits, and incident response activities.
• Participate in the Environmental Department on-call rotation.
• Lead or support assigned environmental projects and initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as needed.
• 50% office work, 50% field work as applicable.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.
Requirements
To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To be a good fit for the Environmental Engineer opportunity, you will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Petroleum, or related discipline) or Environmental Science required.
• This position is intended to be filled at an experienced level as evaluated by qualifications and experience. Preference may be given to candidates with refinery environmental compliance experience.
• Strong communication skills. Fluent in English, both oral and written required.
• 8+ years of experience in environmental with a focus on compliance and regulatory programs strongly desired.
• 5+ years of refining experience preferred.
• Preferred candidates will have familiarity with refinery air compliance programs, including Title V permitting, LDAR, NSPS, MACT, emissions reporting, or flare compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (advanced mastery in Microsoft Excel is preferred) and Adobe Acrobat, with the ability to learn and utilize specialized environmental and maintenance database systems (e.g., RegPerfect, SAP, Navigator).
• Experience with emissions inventories, emissions calculations, or regulatory reporting required.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret environmental and operational data, including emissions and compliance information. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adjust work schedules as needed to support operational and regulatory requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for building effective cross-functional relationships to solve problems and function effectively within tight deadlines, prioritize work, and provide appropriate feedback on progress of projects.
• Familiarity with refinery air quality compliance programs, emissions reporting, permitting, and applicable Clean Air Act regulations required.
• A history of working with State and Federal Regulators and experience with the Code of Federal Regulations preferred.
• Ability to work in refinery operating environments, including outdoor conditions, elevated areas, and around industrial equipment while wearing required PPE.

About Us
At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. We have built a team of downstream industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.
More Good Reasons to work for Par:
Unique culture
There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space that operates in logistically complex markets. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific people. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to learn refinery systems, environmental programs, and regulatory requirements. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.
Location, location, location
Because Par Pacific is located in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. You will work in Newcastle, the county seat of Weston County, which offers the neighborly culture you would expect in a small town. We are proud of our great schools, low cost of living, and even lower cost of housing. The downtown historic district is listed with the National Registry of Historic Places, and it helps preserve the Western culture that residents love.
Opportunistic growth strategy
At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.
Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance; a robust allotment of paid time off; a 401(k) with company match; retirement savings plans; educational reimbursement; and more.
Keys to Success
We are looking for a highly motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude. Candidates should have a natural thirst for knowledge and curiosity to drive personal and professional development.
In addition, in order to be a successful Environmental Engineer, you will:

• Be proactive about getting up to speed quickly on our company, goals and processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to learn refinery systems, environmental programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Help promote a positive and collaborative culture on the team, and in interactions with other departments.
• Set high standards for yourself.
• Maintain a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.

The Company
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. Par Pacific's strategy is to identify, acquire and operate energy and infrastructure businesses with attractive competitive positions. We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Washington and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 150 Mbpd. We own and operate one of the largest energy infrastructure networks in Hawaii with a logistics network supplying the major islands of the state. In Wyoming, Par Pacific owns a refinery and associated logistics network in a niche market. We operate 123 fuel retail outlets in Hawaii, Washington, and Idaho. Par Pacific has an active, opportunistic growth strategy. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".
Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.
Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer.
Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status,genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.