Environmental Health Safety Engineer

Our client, a Tier 1 automotive supplier , is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to lead and drive all safety, health, and environmental initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing risk, fostering a strong safety culture, and partnering closely with plant leadership to support operational excellence.

Candidates must have prior EHS experience within the automotive manufacturing industry, preferably with a Tier 1 automotive supplier.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Audits

• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead internal compliance audits and coordinate regulatory inspections.
• Maintain required permits, environmental reporting, hazardous waste documentation, and compliance records.

Risk Management & Incident Prevention

• Conduct safety assessments, job hazard analyses, and risk evaluations throughout the facility.
• Implement and monitor programs related to machine guarding, chemical safety, ergonomics, fall protection, and industrial hygiene.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence and reduce workplace injuries.

Safety Training & Culture Development

• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and supervisors.
• Promote a proactive, behavior-based safety culture focused on continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Facilitate safety committees and drive participation in safety initiatives.

Environmental Management

• Oversee environmental compliance programs related to air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, and waste management.
• Support sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Emergency Response & Preparedness

• Develop, maintain, and coordinate emergency response plans and drills.
• Serve as the primary contact for emergency situations and coordinate with applicable external agencies.

EHS Metrics & Reporting

• Track and analyze key EHS performance indicators, including OSHA recordkeeping and incident metrics.
• Prepare reports and present findings, trends, and recommendations to plant leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Human Resources to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated into daily operations and new projects.
• Support contractor safety management and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Required: Automotive manufacturing experience, preferably supporting a Tier 1 supplier.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance regulations.
• Experience supporting fast-paced production environments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Certifications

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
• Other relevant EHS certifications

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organization.
• Proven experience leading safety programs and driving measurable improvements in EHS performance.
• Proficiency with EHS management systems, reporting tools, and data analysis.
• Bilingual capabilities (Spanish or Mandarin) are a plus but not required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Additional Information

• Ability to support off-shift operations and respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Regular presence on the manufacturing floor conducting audits, inspections, and employee engagement activities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier and play a key role in advancing safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance within a dynamic manufacturing environment.