LG&E and KU Energy LLC

Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineer
Notice info
LocationBedford, KY
Job Typefull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

Company Summary Statement

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.

Overview

This position provides strategic technical leadership and environmental oversight across engineering and operational domains. The role ensures compliance with environmental regulations while driving innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence in engineering practices. The person in this role will lead cross-functional teams, advise management on critical initiatives, and represent the company in regulatory and industry forums.

The position will be filled at the following level based on the selected candidate's background and experience: Engineer I, II, III or Principal.

This position is located onsite at our Trimble County Generating Station located in Bedford, KY.

Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with environmental regulations (air, water, waste, hazardous materials).
Lead environmental audits, inspections, and reporting activities.
Coordinate environmental training and awareness programs for plant personnel.
Evaluate plant processes for environmental performance and recommend improvements.
Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies, preparing and submitting required documentation.
Develop and implement advanced engineering methods to solve complex technical challenges.
Provide strategic counsel to internal and external stakeholders on engineering and environmental matters.
Lead large-scale projects, offering technical direction and mentoring to engineers and analysts.
Represent the company in regulatory, legal, and industry proceedings.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote knowledge sharing across teams.
Collaborate with management to develop departmental goals, budgets, and procedures.
Provide technical and environmental input for business impact studies and investment planning.
Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
Stay current on regulatory developments and advise on potential impacts.
Engineering & Technical Leadership
Develop and implement advanced engineering methods to solve complex technical challenges.

Qualifications Required Education

ABET Accredited Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology. Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position.

Ability to analyze and solve engineering problems from a business perspective.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of power plant operations and environmental systems.
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience with environmental permitting and compliance reporting.
Ability to interpret and apply environmental legislation and engineering standards.


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