Project Engineer, Environmental Conformity

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, Ohio, United States, Minnesota, United States, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Project Engineer, Environmental Conformity, you will lead the company's global Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance strategy across packaging, products, and materials. You will ensure regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, minimized financial exposure, and integration of circularity and ecodesign principles into product and packaging decisions. You will report to Manager, Environmental Conformity and will work Hybrid either in US or Canada Rockwell office location.

Primary Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Monitor and interpret global EPR regulations across packaging, electronics, batteries, and other regulated streams.
• Develop strategic approaches to address new and emerging EPR requirements and close gaps in existing programs.
• Lead all EPR reporting cycles, including data collection, validation, submission, and audit readiness.
• Maintain internal compliance documentation and support timely fee payments through coordination with Sustainability teams.

Data & Systems Management

• Build and maintain scalable systems for packaging and product data tracking.
• Partner with IT and Business Units to improve data accuracy and automate reporting workflows.
• Develop dashboards and forecasting tools to model EPR cost impacts.

Cost Optimization & Strategy

• Analyze EPR fee structures and identify cost-reduction opportunities through material choices, design changes, or operational improvements.
• Provide guidance to packaging engineers and product teams on ecodesign and recyclability requirements.
• Support long-term sustainability and circularity initiatives.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as the internal expert on EPR and related sustainability regulations.
• Train internal teams on EPR requirements, upcoming legislation, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Legal and Government Affairs on policy engagement and participation in industry coalitions

The Essentials – You Will Have:

• Bachelors Degree in relevant field.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada or US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred – You Might Also Have:

• Typically requires 8+ years of related experience.
• Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Knowledge of ERP systems or enterprise data management platforms.
• Strong understanding and experience of global EPR frameworks and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex regulatory reporting processes and associated software tools..
• Proven project management and cross-functional collaboration experience.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, electronics, or technology sectors.
• Familiarity with life cycle assessment (LCA), recyclability assessments, or packaging design principles.
• Comfort operating in evolving regulatory environments
• Clear accountability for compliance, cost, and data integrity outcomes

What We Offer in Canada:

• Health Insurance including Medical and Dental
• Health Care Spending Account (HCSA – dependent on the plan chosen)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plans
• Paid Time off
• Volunteering Time off
• Employer Savings Plan Matching (includes RRSP, TFSA, and EPSP)
• Employer Paid DC Pension
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

What We Offer in the US:

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

This posting is for a newly created position within our organization.

For this role, the total target compensation is from $ 109,680.00 - $ 164,520.00 CAD Annual for Canada candidates and $ 125,840.00 - $188,760.00 USD Annual for US based candidates. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.