EHS Engineer

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Be a Key Player: You'll be at the center of all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives on-site, driving meaningful change every single day
• Step Into Leadership: Serve as the deputy EHS Leader, taking the reins when the EHS Leader is away
• Solve Complex Problems: Actively participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations, getting to the bottom of issues and preventing future incidents
• Share Your Expertise: Act as a trusted Subject Matter Expert within the EHS Team, where your knowledge and insights will shape critical decisions
• Shape the Future: Join new equipment project teams as the EHS expert, influencing design and implementation from concept through to operational stage
• Lead with Influence: Become an influential leader in site safety and sustainability campaigns, inspiring others to embrace a culture of safety excellence
• Be Our Voice: Represent the site in interactions with regulatory authorities and insurance companies on technical EHS topics
• Master Technical Safety: Maintain and grow your technical expertise in critical areas like Machine Guarding, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), and other essential safety programs
• Drive Sustainability: Stay connected to site Sustainability targets and projects, ensuring we achieve our environmental goals and make a positive impact
• Champion Certification: Be a core contributor to our ISO 14001 certification efforts
• Collaborate Across Programs: Participate in various EHS programs as needed
• Spread Positivity: Bring your passion for creating a positive workplace culture! You'll have the opportunity to grow our Safety and Sustainability Culture, influencing the mindset of associates, peers, and even leadership in meaningful, uplifting ways

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering, Environment Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, or equivalent, preferred.
• 3 years experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Has or willing to work towards, an auditing certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading EHS projects and teams

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with people at all levels and in various functions including technical staff, business team leaders, and union personnel.
• Effective skills in the areas of counseling, coaching, and influencing.
• Demonstrate understanding of federal and state safety and environmental laws.
• The ability to identify and evaluate workplace hazards and environmental issues.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment including interactions with technical staff, operation leaders, and contract personnel.
• Ability to lead a project or technical team and lead teams virtually.
• Ability to challenge the organization in a manner that maintains trust and respect.
• Ability to build business partnerships across and between functional groups.
• Ability to accept and respond to changes and challenges in a positive manner.
• Demonstrated capability to analyze problems and provide accurate solutions.
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to constructively resolve conflicts.
• High energy and passion for excellence, adaptability, resilience, and taking action.
• Knowledge of standard computer programs and databases (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA CT - Canaan

Additional Locations

Work Shift

US BD 1st Shift 730am-4pm (United States of America)