Industrial Hygienist

Industrial Hygienist

Requisition Number: 2026-11580-05A

Are you looking for a role that offers the perfect blend of fieldwork, training, and mentorship? S&ME is looking for a motivated and passionate Industrial Hygienist to join our Environmental team in Greensboro, North Carolina. Join us at S&ME!

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our ESOP gives you a personal stake in our success and the opportunity to build long-term wealth while helping shape our future.
• Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.
• Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.
• Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuel our team environment.
• Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.
• Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.

About The Role:

As an Industrial Hygienist, you will conduct hazardous building material assessments and surveys, with a primary focus on asbestos, lead-based paint, and indoor air quality concerns such as mold. Responsibilities may include air monitoring during renovation and demolition projects, preparing reports, maintaining and calibrating equipment, and participating in quality control programs. Depending on experience, technicians may assist under direct supervision, work independently on complex projects, or lead teams and manage large-scale assessments. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise in industrial hygiene and environmental health.

• Hazardous Building Material Surveys: Perform or assist with asbestos, lead-based paint, and other hazardous material assessments on job sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Air Monitoring and Sampling: Conduct regulatory air monitoring during renovation and demolition projects, including personal and area exposure assessments.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare accurate field reports and client data summaries, ranging from basic documentation to complex analysis depending on experience level.
• Equipment Maintenance and Calibration: Maintain, calibrate, and manage monitoring equipment to ensure proper functionality and adherence to quality control programs.
• Team Coordination and Quality Control : Collaborate with project managers and technicians, participate in quality control programs, and, for senior-level roles, lead project teams and oversee large-scale assessments.

About You:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health, or other related sciences.
• You have 4+ years of industrial hygiene field sampling experience.
• You have strong communication skills, with a particular talent for writing clear, professional technical documents and proposals.

You Are Willing and Able to:

Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing (potentially up to 12 hours a day)
• Climb ladders/scaffolding with equiptment
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Working outside of normal business hours and traveling as project needs arise

Grow With Us:

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity/Parental Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

Join us at S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.