Environmental Health and Safety Engineer
6 days ago
San Diego
Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety Engineer Location: 9390 Towne Centre Dr #200, San Diego, CA 92121 Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Extension or Conversion) Pay Rate: $37.93 $55.17 per hour (W2) Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Work Schedule: Standard hours are 8:00 AM 5:00 PM. Some flexibility may be required to work earlier or later as needed, and occasional weekend work may be required, though it is not expected to occur frequently. Position: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineering Associate Reports To: Senior Environmental Health & Safety Program Manager Position Summary The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineering Associate supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role also promotes a strong safety culture and environmental responsibility across the organization. The position involves hands-on program implementation, safety training, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate EHS risks. The ideal candidate will help drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. Key Responsibilities EHS Program Development & Implementation • Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs, policies, and procedures including:, • Hazard Communication, • Lockout/Tagout, • Emergency Response, • Waste Management, • Ergonomics, • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), • Ensure EHS programs meet or exceed regulatory requirements and industry best practices., • Support implementation and maintenance of EHS management systems.Regulatory Compliance & Reporting, • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations including OSHA, EPA, DOT, CUPA, and local fire codes., • Prepare and submit regulatory reports accurately and on time., • Maintain EHS documentation, permits, and records., • Support regulatory inspections and internal audits., • Generate safety metrics (headcount, work hours, incidents, inspection findings, etc.) for reporting to the Safety Committee and site leadership.Risk Assessment & Hazard Control, • Conduct routine EHS inspections, audits, and risk assessments., • Identify hazards and compliance gaps and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)., • Perform Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and assist in developing safe work procedures.Training & Communication, • Develop and deliver EHS training programs for new and existing employees., • Promote safety awareness and encourage a proactive safety culture., • Serve as a subject matter resource for EHS-related topics., • Facilitate safety committee meetings and safety initiatives.Incident Investigation & Emergency Response, • Lead or assist in investigations related to accidents, injuries, near misses, spills, and environmental incidents., • Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence., • Maintain incident records and track injury/illness metrics such as DART and TRIR., • Coordinate and participate in emergency response activities and drills., • Organize and lead site-specific Emergency Response Team (ERT) training.Waste Management, • Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste programs including:, • Proper labeling, • Storage, • Transportation, • Disposal, • Ensure compliance with regulatory waste management requirements.Continuous Improvement, • Analyze EHS performance data to identify improvement opportunities., • Stay updated on regulatory changes, industry trends, and best practices., • Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives within EHS programs., • Minimum 5 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within biotechnology, medical device, or manufacturing environments., • Experience with IACUC, animal care, and husbandry., • Demonstrated experience developing and implementing EHS programs., • Experience managing regulatory compliance and reporting requirements., • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant regulations., • Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits.Skills, • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills., • Excellent organizational and project management abilities., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment., • Experience with EHS management systems such as ISO 14001 or ISO 45001., • Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies (5S, Lean, Six Sigma fundamentals)., • Experience using EHS software platforms or safety databases., • First Aid / CPR / AED certification., • Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl., • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds., • Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment., • Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, lab coats, respirators, hard hats, and safety shoes., • Work may take place in office areas, manufacturing floors, research laboratories, and vivarium environments., • Potential exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, biological materials, and bloodborne pathogens., • Hazardous and biological waste management, • Chemical handling and chemical waste disposal, • Spill response procedures, • San Diego County HAZMAT regulations, • CERS (California Environmental Reporting System) online portal, • Chemical safety, storage, and regulatory compliance #TMN