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Regulatory Compliance Officer IDE Technologies. Carlsbad, CA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Environmental permitting Content creation for technical audiences Data analysis reporting Environmental legislation Laboratory experience Environmental compliance Water treatment regulatory compliance Environmental data interpretation Public utility experience Environmental data analysis Clean Air Act compliance Environmental law compliance support experience Regulatory submissions Regulatory compliance analysis Air permitting Technical writing experience within technology Technical Proficiency Water quality standards Stormwater management Full Job Description It's All About Our People IDE is a world-leading company for water treatment solutions for various purposes, but we could not have achieved our successes without the fantastic people that make us. As a company with decades of experience, we have worked hard not only to position ourselves at the forefront of the water industry but also to attract excellent people who are more than professionals in their fields. Here at IDE, we all strive to be the change we want to see, to do good, delicately and sensitively, and to solve one of the world's most significant and most alarming issues - water scarcity. Decades of Fulfilling Our Joint Vision IDE was established on the notion that the solution to water scarcity is within the world's seas and oceans. We worked for decades to promote this idea and turn it into a viable, affordable, and responsible solution. IDE's starting point is somewhere back in the 1960s, fueled with determination reserved only for big dreamers. We know very well that our professional journey is ongoing, and the road is still long and challenging. As long as water is vital for our planet's existence, we will keep researching this realm, developing revolutionary solutions, and changing the world step by step, day by day, harnessing the best of our best people to this end. Life and Work at IDE If you are passionate about our environment and solving global-scale challenges, hang around for a while, your new career path might be a click away. Here at IDE, we work hard to deliver potable, accessible water to every corner of the world. From building the largest desalination plant in China, through being a key player in Israel's national water plan, and up to sustaining the water market of a Caribbean Island by building a designated, tailor-made desalination plant. We invest vast resources in our R D division, creating in-house platforms for mutual learning and knowledge sharing. We believe in our people, and we show our faith by creating management training forums and programs for all management levels, imparting skills and proficiency to train and promote the leaders of tomorrow. Regulatory Compliance Officer The Regulatory Compliance Officer (RCO) plays a vital role in ensuring that IDE's North American operations comply with complex environmental regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. This position is responsible for leading environmental permitting, reporting, compliance tracking, and risk management initiatives across multiple regulatory programs. The RCO will independently coordinate agency submittals, analyze environmental performance data, conduct environmental risk and vulnerability assessments, and manage all aspects of IDE's environmental compliance obligations across assigned project facilities. This role requires both technical expertise and strong regulatory acumen. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven environmental professional with a passion for environmental protection, innovation in compliance, and the ability to interpret and operationalize environmental regulations in a high-profile public-private infrastructure setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance strategies for IDE Technologies' facilities across the United States, with primary responsibility at the Carlsbad Desalination Plant. Prepare and manage the submittal of regulatory reports and updates, including but not limited to: Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs), CIWQS uploads, QISP annual reports, EPA eGGRT, Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), and EPCRA Tier II submissions. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulatory programs, including: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Coastal Development Permits (CDP), Division of Drinking Water (DDW) regulations, Industrial Discharge Permits, Air Pollution Control District (APCD), S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) Maintain and optimize environmental monitoring programs related to air emissions, effluent discharge, source water intake, and marine outfall systems in accordance with permit and operational requirements. Track and analyze environmental compliance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement. Conduct data-driven evaluations of environmental performance; extrapolate laboratory and field sampling results in alignment with AWWA Standard Methods to inform operational decisions and regulatory reporting. Prepare and maintain environmental compliance registries and vulnerability assessments for assigned facilities. Lead environmental risk and vulnerability assessments for facility operations, capital projects, and offshore maintenance activities. Oversee watershed sanitary survey updates and marine discharge evaluations in accordance with DDW and California Ocean Plan requirements. Coordinate compliance efforts related to Coastal Development Permits and serve as primary point of contact with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and California Coastal Commission for shoreline and offshore activities. Serve as IDE's liaison to regulatory agencies including the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCBs), U.S. EPA, and local

CUPA/APCD

jurisdictions. Represent IDE and the seawater desalination sector through active participation in relevant Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs), policy working groups, and regulatory steering committees at the state and local level. Support or serve as alternate Project Environmental Coordinator (PEC) for environmental initiatives at new and existing IDE project sites. Collaborate closely with internal engineering, operations, maintenance, legal, and leadership teams to ensure seamless integration of environmental requirements into daily operations, project planning, and contract deliverables. Assist in the planning, execution, and follow-up of internal audits, third-party inspections, and regulatory compliance reviews, including development of corrective action plans and agency communications. Prepare annual environmental program budget estimates, capital and O&M purchase orders, and regulatory settlements for review and approval by the Director of Regulatory Compliance.

Reports to:

Director of Regulatory Compliance Location:

Carlsbad, CA, United States Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Policy, or related field. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience (e.g., Associates + 4 years) may be considered. At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental permitting, compliance, and regulatory reporting in a utility, water/wastewater treatment, or industrial process environment. Experience preparing and submitting regulatory reports through platforms such as CIWQS, SMARTS, CERS, eGGRT, and TRI-MEweb. Proven ability to liaise with regulatory agencies, facilitate inspections/audits, and support permit negotiations or enforcement response. Demonstrated working knowledge of NPDES, CIWQS, IDP, DDW, CUPA, CalARP, and Stormwater Programs (IGP/CGP). Working knowledge of water quality laboratory practices and AWWA Standard Methods, including the ability to interpret and extrapolate analytical results for regulatory reporting and to support operational decision making. Strong technical writing, environmental data analysis, and reporting skills. Prior experience working in the desalination, water reuse, or large-scale industrial water sector a plus. Existing REM and/or CEA certification from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals (NREP) a plus. SWRCB Water Treatment and/or Distribution Operator Certification a plus.