Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Position Summary:
The Environmental Health and Safety Engineering Associate is responsible for supporting, developing, implementing, and maintaining a variety of environmental, health, and safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship within the organization. This role involves hands-on work, program management, training, and incident response. The individual will work collaboratively with various departments to identify and mitigate EHS risks, drive continuous improvement, and ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS programs, policies, and procedures (e.g., Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Emergency Response, Waste Management, Ergonomics, PPE, etc.).
• Ensure programs meet or exceed regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Support the implementation of EHS management systems.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT, CUPA, local fire codes, etc.).
• Prepare and submit required EHS reports to regulatory agencies in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain EHS records, permits, and documentation.
• Participate in and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Generate and contribute safety metrics (head count, hours, incidents, inspections findings, etc.) to report to Safety Committee and site leadership.

• Conduct regular EHS inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and non-compliance issues.
• Recommend and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) to mitigate risks and address findings.
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and assist in developing safe work practices.

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for new hires and existing employees on various topics.
• Promote EHS awareness and a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Serve as a resource to employees and management on EHS-related matters.
• Facilitate safety committee meetings and initiatives.

• Lead or participate in incident investigations (accidents, injuries, near misses, spills, etc.) to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain incident records and track injury/illness rates (e.g., DART, TRIR, etc.).
• Lead, coordinate, and participate in emergency response activities, including drills and actual emergencies.
• Organize training and lead site specific Emergency Response Team (ERT).

• Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste management programs, including proper labeling, storage, transportation, and disposal in compliance with regulations.

• Analyze EHS data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stay current with new EHS regulations, industry trends, and best practices.
• Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives within EHS programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Professional Safety & Health Officer/Specialist, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field certification (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in an EHS role, preferably in a biotechnology, medical device, or manufacturing environment.
• IACUC, animal care, and husbandry.
• Demonstrated experience with EHS program development and implementation.
• Experience with regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.).
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and EHS audits.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including grammar and punctuation), including the ability to develop and deliver effective training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.

• Experience with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Trained in Continuous Improvement 5S, Lean, Six Sigma fundamentals.
• Experience with specific EHS software or databases.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• HAZWOPER certification.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including but not limited to safety glasses, lab coat, hard hats, respirators, safety shoes, etc.
• Work may be performed in office, manufacturing floor, research lab, and vivarium environments.
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, chemicals, etc.
• May require occasional travel to other company sites or for training.
• For this role: will need someone that has a lot of experience with hazardous and biological waste and chemical management and chemical waste management. Someone knowledgeable of San Diego county HAZMAT and CERS – online portal for County Hazmat – someone is well versed in chemicals, spill response, chemical and biological waste management.