# Environmental Engineer

**Company:** [xAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/xai)
**Location:** Memphis, TN
**Role:** Other
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** Epa Regulations, Tdec Regulations, Swppp, Spcc, Air Emissions Permits, Hazardous Waste Management, Stormwater Management, Industrial Wastewater Permitting, Emissions Calculations, Nsps, Title V Permits
**Posted:** 2026-04-21

> Environmental Engineer ensures regulatory compliance for xAI's Memphis data center facilities, managing environmental programs, audits, permits, and waste while supporting rapid infrastructure scaling. Requires bachelor's degree and 2+ years experience in compliance programs.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental programs at xAI’s Memphis-area facilities.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations established by the EPA, TDEC (Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation), Shelby County Health Department, and other relevant agencies.
- Track, review, and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, providing clear guidance to leadership and engineering teams.
- Perform regular environmental audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Manage the hazardous materials and waste management program, including recordkeeping, tracking software, Tier II, TRI, and other required reporting.
- Maintain site operational compliance plans, including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC), industrial wastewater discharge permits, and air emissions permits.
- Support planning for facility expansions, new equipment installations, and modifications to ensure they meet all permitting and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and manage environmental contractors for permitting, testing, monitoring, and reporting. Review and maintain all associated documentation.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, operations, and facilities teams across the site to integrate environmental considerations into design and daily operations.

## Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in the design, development, and execution of environmental and regulatory compliance programs (internship and project experience count).

## Preferred Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Experience in dynamic, high-growth industrial or data center environments.
- Strong knowledge of Tennessee and federal environmental regulations, particularly air permitting (including combustion turbines and stationary sources), water usage and wastewater, stormwater management, and hazardous waste.
- Experience developing and maintaining air emissions permits, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Title V or synthetic minor permits.
- Hands-on experience with SWPPPs, Best Management Practices (BMPs), industrial wastewater permitting, and SPCC plans.
- Proficiency handling technical data, emissions calculations, and regulatory interpretation to deliver practical, actionable solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment while driving continuous improvement.

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