Smurfit Westrock

Senior Environmental Engineer

March 23, 2026
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General Information

Job ID
ATR58356
Posting Job Title
Senior Environmental Engineer
Locations
AL Demopolis Pulp Mill
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
19-Feb-2026
Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Position: Environmental Engineer

Job Code: MEPEP4 + Staff, Process Eng

Location: Demopolis, AL

The Opportunity:

This position will assist in ensuring facility compliance with governmental regulations, such as state and federal air regulations, wastewater, stormwater and hazardous waste. Our candidate will be self-motivated with strong analytical skills and have proficient organizational skills to efficiently balance multiple priorities. The position is located onsite at the Demopolis, AL paper mill.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

  • Assist in administration of Federal (EPA), State (ADEM) and local environmental program requirements, including but not limited to air, wastewater, storm water, solid and hazardous waste.
  • Routine data/information management/analysis 
  • Coordinate activities and assist in preparing reports submitted to outside agencies
  • Apply subject matter expertise and excellent communication skills to help operations meet environmental compliance requirements
  • Coordinate and oversee contractors and consultants, as needed, to maintain environmental compliance
  • Build and maintain solid working relationships with regulatory agencies.
  • Attend environmental seminars and regulatory meetings as needed
  • Develop knowledge of mill processes, risks and their impact on environmental performance.
  • Aid in management of the mill’s wastewater system along with solid waste programs as needed. 
  • Periodically rotate "on call" to provide environmental support to operations and review daily compliance status outside of regular business hours

What you need to succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental or a related engineering or science is preferred.
  • Fundamental understanding of mill processes 
  • Good oral and written communications skills

What we offer:

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence. 
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities. 
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. 
  • Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more! 
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. 
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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