Job Description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Hertford

Location: Cofield, NC, United States  

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

The Environmental Engineer is responsible for leading the safety and environmental compliance at the division. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining compliance with all safety and environmental requirements; implementation and management of environmental programs (air, water, waste) including permitting and reporting; education and training of the team; engaging with the plant wide team for solutions to problems and promoting continual improvement; and participating in community outreach initiatives. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship


• Minimum of two years’ experience in environmental compliance, permitting and reporting.


• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical Engineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ISO 14001 or related management system.


• Experience related to manufacturing or industrial environment.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace