Associate Environmental Engineer / I

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains.  Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products.  At API, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.  

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance 
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career.  Are you ready to realize your potential?  Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
 

The Position

Support compliance with environmental regulations & materials waste handling procedures & regulations, as well as supporting sustainability objectives Provide engineering support and input to site strategy ensuring sustainability objectives are met. Continuously improve the sites environmental and sustainability processes using cLean methodology.

Relationships

Reports to Manager / Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Support stakeholders in relation to the site ISO14001 program and prepare site for ISO50001 and ISO46001 certification
• Responsible for waste management procedures content to ensure compliance with current regulatory & security requirements
• Maintain knowledge in energy, waste, and water management and act as SME for investment project teams
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to forecast consumption and cost for: waste, water, and energy
• Create purchase orders and approve invoices for: waste, water, and energy
• Support the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to the company’s strategic goals
• Support development of business cases, based on KPI trends, to implement projects that align with the site’s strategic sustainability goals, to include supporting junior team members
• Support moderately complex projects that align with the site’s strategic sustainability goals
• Remain current with professional organizations and their guidance’s/industry standards (ASHRAE, AEE, AAEES, ISWA, SWANA, ISPE, etc.)
• Support site sustainability standards
• Support complex cross-functional investigations, related to sustainability, & coach other departments on sustainability
• Support global initiatives, including Circular for Zero
• Understand cGMP, FDA, and OSHA regulations
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

May move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, biology or related field of study from an accredited university required with a minimum of one (1) year of environmental or engineering experience in a manufacturing facility preferred
  • In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred, may consider a Associate’s Degree in engineering, technology or related field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of two (2) years of environmental or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
  • In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred, may consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of four (4) years of environmental or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
• General knowledge in energy, water, and waste management as well as working in a regulated environment (FDA, cGMP, OSHA) required Ability to collect data and analyze trends to write & present technical documentation and reports required
• Understand energy and mass conservation principles and ability to perform calculations to create high level models/forecast required
• In depth knowledge of Microsoft excel, word, and power point required
• Ability to read and understand drawings required
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC, electrical, utility, BMS, and waste systems preferred
• Demonstrates a high level of organization in task management, as well as logical planning for task execution & follow-up required
• Demonstrates a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting required
• Documents problems thoroughly & accurately required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.