Data Center Engineering and Operations EHS Engineer

Join NVIDIA’s outstanding team and help redefine the future of computing! In the role of Data Center Engineering and Operations (DCEO) Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer, you will make sure teams at our locations surpass all applicable EHS regulations and company programs. This is a fully onsite role where you will be joining a distributed team that works within data centers and laboratories where we launch our first article AI factories for testing. This role offers a rare chance to work with innovative technology, using AI to improve our processes and results. You will work closely with a world‑class group of engineers and experts committed to innovation and quality. What you'll be doing: Coordinate with the DCEO Operations staff, Collocation provider contacts, the company’s real estate management group, and the EHS division to ensure compliance with and advancement of EHS compliance programs, procedures, and training in the south Bay Area of California. This role focuses on understanding and applying federal, California, county, and city worker safety and life safety regulations in our facilities. The role will also help support DCEO EHS team in meeting environmental‑related requirements including conducting inspections and assisting with waste management processes. Provide real‑time risk assessment and safety guidance for non‑routine work, prototype and first article equipment where design and hardware engineers are performing tests to qualify and validate equipment. Coordinate with onsite facilities teams and vendors to maintain appropriate safety throughout medium voltage switching and medium and low voltage equipment testing. Work with onsite engineering and facilities teams, as well as vendors, to ensure safety measures are accurate during validation, qualification and deployment of liquid computer cooling equipment. Frequent travel between sites in the Silicon Valley region as well as work in data center‑related research and development laboratories, as well as collocated data centers. Initiate and conduct workshops and training sessions for DCEO and engineering staff on health and safety requirements including hazard analysis, hazard control, electrical safety and qualifications, chemical management and exposure, high sound pressure levels, ergonomics, and other program areas. Ensure proper chemical and waste management and maintain chemical inventories, safety data sheets, chemical labeling in chemical storage areas. Conduct hazardous waste inspections and supervise hazardous waste disposal. Coordinate with external firms and internal teams as the primary contact for audits and compliance inspections within DCEO site operations. Act as site leader for assisting with the development of standard and emergency operating procedures, identifying issues, and generating corrective action backlogs. Leverage AI experience to integrate autonomous solutions into documentation processes, improving team performance. What we need to see: Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, occupational risk management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in conducting hazard analysis and risk mitigation strategies, implementation of successful internal EHS programs, management of onsite compliance programs, and site inspections/audits. Knowledge of US federal and California health and safety regulations and their applicability to commercial and industrial environments with a concentration in electrical safety. Knowledge of employee exposure monitoring programs related to noise, thermal stress exposure, and use of various chemicals. Preparation and implementation of site‑specific training modules/programs. Has or can obtain a valid driver’s license to operate non‑commercial motor vehicles in California. Ways to stand out from the crowd: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certifications. NFPA 70E training and certification. RCRA and/or DOT hazardous materials training and experience. Master’s degree in occupational safety and/or health sciences. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is $116,000 USD – $178,250 USD for Level 3, and $140,000 USD – $224,250 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 15, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr NVIDIA