Environmental Specialist

Cruose's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About This Role

Crusoe is seeking a well-rounded and experienced Environmental Specialist to join our expanding Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) team. This new role, based in our Denver office, will be an integral partner to our Field Operations and Manufacturing teams. You will be responsible for engaging with internal management and business development teams to ensure that all Environmental permits and obligations are identified, obtained, and authorized in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of technical Environmental understanding with a primary focus on stormwater, SPCC, ASTs and waste programs and will be a proactive, solutions-focused team member who can communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. This is a full-time position.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Permitting and Compliance Strategy: Assess new projects and existing operations to determine the appropriate Environmental regulations, permits, registrations, and compliance obligations. You will work with various regulatory agencies to obtain permits in a timely manner, ensuring that business plans remain on track.

• Documentation and Reporting: Support development and implementation of various Environmental processes and databases to track and report on the status of permits and compliance obligations, such as testing and reporting. You will review and submit all required permits, reports, and data to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Environmental Subject Matter Expertise: Act as a Subject Matter Expert for Crusoe operations, with a focus on regulations related to RCRA, SPCC, FRP, Emergency Response, ASTs and Stormwater. You will maintain awareness of new Environmental requirements and manage them accordingly.

• Internal and External Collaboration: Work with internal teams to ensure that key stakeholders are aware of compliance, inspection and reporting requirements. You will also liaise with various regulatory agencies to facilitate compliance with aforementioned regulations.

• Incident Investigation and Audits: Plan and assist with compliance audits and self-assessments. You will also facilitate Environmental incident investigations and root cause analysis efforts following any non-compliance events.

• Training and Awareness: Coordinate and actively participate in the Environmental training of personnel, and ensure that all relevant Environmental documentation is maintained and available at the worksites.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Education and Experience: A university degree or at least 10 years of relevant experience is required. An engineering or environmental degree is preferred. A minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience is required.

• Multi-Media Expertise: Must have direct experience with multi-media environmental programs, such as Waste, SPCC, FRP, Emergency Response, ASTs and Stormwater and managing compliance obligations. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep technical knowledge of various Environmental rules and regulations at both the federal and state levels (e.g., Clean Water Act, Oil Pollution Prevention, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act).

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction across all levels of the organization and with external agencies.

• Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills for managing documentation, databases, and reporting.

• Teamwork and Problem-Solving: The ability to work proactively and collaboratively as a solutions-focused team member.

Bonus Points

• Professional Certifications: A professional certification, such as a Certified Environmental Professional (CEP). Certified Professional in Waste Management (CPWM) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is a plus.

• Experience with Power Generation: Direct experience with environmental compliance in power generation, manufacturing, or oil and gas operations.

• Geographical Experience: Prior experience working with environmental regulations in the ERCOT, Texas, Rockies or Gulf Coast regions.

• Process Improvement: Experience with process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma.

Benefits

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Teladoc

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid commuter benefit; $200 per month

Compensation

Compensation will be paid in the range of $100,000-$130,000/year + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.