Permitting & EHS Engineer

Description Summary As Permitting & EHS Engineer, you will serve as the primary technical authority for permitting, environmental, and safety frameworks for large-scale manufacturing fab projects in the U.S. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of both international project coordination and local U.S. regulatory landscapes. You will act as the critical link between HQ leadership and site-level execution, ensuring all engineering and construction activities align with legal and safety mandates.

Responsibilities Permit Strategy & Risk Management:

Conduct comprehensive pre-reviews of permitting requirements; identify and mitigate regulatory risks throughout the project lifecycle (Design, Construction, and Operation).

Regulatory Liaison:

Act as the direct point of contact for Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and local consultants to facilitate permit applications and timely acquisitions.

Technical Oversight:

Provide high-level technical review of design and construction deliverables from external vendors to ensure alignment with project goals and U.S. codes.

Compliance Framework:

Establish and manage the Permit Matrix and schedule; monitor onsite EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) regulatory compliance and support vendor adherence to these standards.

HQ-Site Integration:

Facilitate technical communication and decision-making between the Seoul HQ and the U.S. site, ensuring global standards meet local requirements.

Operational Monitoring:

Oversee permit condition compliance and manage all necessary follow-up actions to maintain the legal standing of the facility.

Required Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of 10 years in technical permitting, EHS, or industrial plant project management.

Regulatory Expertise:

Strong working knowledge of U.S. codes and regulations, including: IBC (International Building Code) NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) IFC (International Fire Code) EPA/EPD (Environmental Protection Agency/Environmental Protection Division)

Project Management:

Proven ability to operate a complex permit matrix and manage multi-phase schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Communication:

Fluent in English with the ability to lead technical discussions and coordinate effectively with local U.S. consultants and authorities.

Analytical Skills:

Expert-level capability in permit analysis and reviewing complex technical deliverables. Preferred Qualifications U.S.

Project Footprint:

Direct experience managing U.S.-based manufacturing or industrial plant construction projects.

Specialized Environmental Knowledge:

Hands-on experience with PSM (Process Safety Management), WWT (Wastewater Treatment), and complex environmental regulatory project completions.

Cross-Cultural Competency:

Experience working within a Korean-U.S. corporate structure is highly valued. Technical Focus Areas for the Role Note on

Assignment:

This role involves a strategic split between the Seoul HQ for initial planning/alignment and a long-term assignment to the U.S. project site for execution and authority coordination. Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.