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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

EHS Engineer - Libertyville

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A Health and Safety Engineer develops workplace processes and procedures that help prevent people from getting injured or sick on the job, and also prevent property from being damaged. Works in industrial and manufacturing settings. Evaluates systems for health risks and designs solutions to minimize risks.

$104,951 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

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Effective Date:
8/8/2021
Date Created:
03/30/16
Last Date Reviewed:
09/13/2022
Job Description Job Title:
EH&S Engineer
Job Family Group:
Operations
Job Family:
Environmental Health & Safety
Job Title:

Grade:

Code:
EH&S Engineer 123QA.EHS.P.101EH&S Engineer 224QA.EHS.P.102EH&S Engineer 325QA.EHS.P.103EH&S Engineer 426QA.EHS.P.104
General Purpose:
In charge of developing, implementing and monitoring company environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Accident-free, healthy work.
Principle Accountabilities:
Consults with all departments on design and use of equipment, fire prevention and safety programs Examines plans and specifications for new machinery or equipment to define if all safety precautions have been included. Tours plant to inspect fire and safety equipment, machinery and facilities to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Define requirements for safety clothing and devices, and designs, builds and installs or directs installation of safety devices on machinery. Conducts or coordinates safety training to educate workers about emergency acknowledge, safety policies, laws and practices. Investigates industrial accidents to minimize recurrence and prepares accident reports. Conducts air quality tests for presence of harmful gases and vapors. In charge of identifying health and safety hazards and recommending corrective actions. Serves as internal consultant to business units on ergonomics, hazardous materials, industrial hygiene and fire and chemical safety matters. Audits business units. Interfaces with outside vendors, contractors and engineers regarding facilities, chemicals and other workplace health and safety related matters. Compiles and submits safety reports. Administers workers compensation, OSHA 2000 log and return to work program
Note:
This job description reflects essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business. Position Differentiation by Grade23242526Education / Experience Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Environment or Health Sciences or equivalent experience in EH&S and knowledge of related regulations, codes, and guidelines. Prior experience 1- 2 years in EH&S within a manufacturing environment preferred.Same as grade 23. Typically requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in EH&S or related position. Same as grade 23. Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in EH&S or related position. Master's degree preferred. Same as grade 25. Typically requires a minimum of 7+ years of experience in EH&S or related position. Managing people / Direct reports experienceKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesKnowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety in the workplace. Demonstrates functional skills. Demonstrates basic functional process knowledge and participates in process. Use of the following tools may be required:
Office Skills:
telephones, data entry, office software to include, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation package.Typically requires comprehension nd knowledge of health and safety issues within the manufacturing environment. Demonstrates knowledge of multiple functional technologies/processes, industries or functions and comprehend of relations of processes at the site. Demonstrates advanced/thorough knowledge of the function and Flextronics' business. Demonstrates advanced functional and technical skills and basic process skills.Demonstrates advanced operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills. Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and a thorough comprehension of Flex and related business. Demonstrates detailed expertise in very complex functional/ technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas; comprehends the strategic impact of the function across sites.Ability to comprehend, manage and / or guides Sustainability projects Demonstrates expert operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills. Demonstrates mastery of expertise in multiple areas and industry. Demonstrates mastery of functional knowledge in relation to other functions and a complete comprehension of the function and those of related businesses. Demonstrates detailed expertise in very complex functional/technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas; comprehends the strategic impact of the function across sites.Ability to read, research and interpret safety guidelines, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to read, research and interpret common technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to acknowledge to common inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively present information and acknowledge group questions of managers, customers and vendors. May be required to present to top management. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsEmergency medical certification and Hazmat desired.Scope / ImpactImpacts immediate operations of the functional area. Executes and may provide input to functional processes or technologies. Assists in achieving section/sub-function objectives for a functional area. Demonstrates commitment to implement initiatives.Executes functional strategic plans and objectives at the site. Demonstrates capability in leading a major initiative that may impact the site/customers. Impacts immediate (daily or weekly) operations of the team or functional area. Executes and may provide input to functional processes or technologies.Creates functional processes. Executes and provides input to functional strategic plans and objectives for site. Impacts the near-term (quarterly/semi-annual) operational success of the function. Demonstrates experience in leading major initiatives and provides input to those initiatives.Decision Making / DiscretionExercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Decisions affect individual tasks. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Decisions affect team. Provides input for team decisions.Exercises independent judgment. May propose/provide input to defining methods, standards, policies and procedures. Makes decisions for sections/sub-functions. Decisions may affect multiple sections/sub-functions.Supervision / LeadershipNormally receives general instructions on routine work but can work independently. Identifies own development needs and works toward them. Assimilates Flextronics values.Normally receives general instruction on routine work but can work independently. Work is reviewed by management to measure meeting of objectives. Provides general guidance to other employees within context of health and safety. Normally receives no instruction. May direct the work of others. Demonstrates Flextronics values. Models appropriate behavior in support of Flex values.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work that requires repetitive motion and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and handle small components. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Region/Country Specific Details:
(Details relevant to posting location - ex. FLSA Status Exempt/Non-Exempt in US)
Safety Disclosure:
This job requires strict adherence to all safety protocols and requirements specified in the work instructions, trainings, and any posted signs in the area. This job requires to comply with all site safety regulations and relevant regulatory standards.
Title:
EHS EngineerLocation:
West Columbia, SCHire Type:
Direct Hire | Full time
Compensation:
$100k-$120k/yr
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:
5% bonus
Benefits:
Full Medical, dental, vision, 401k,
PTO Overview:
In charge of developing, implementing and monitoring company environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

Accident-free, healthy work.
Accountabilities:
Consults with all departments on design and use of equipment, fire prevention and safety programs Examines plans and specifications for new machinery or equipment to define if all safety precautions have been included. Tours plant to inspect fire and safety equipment, machinery and facilities to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Define requirements for safety clothing and devices, and designs, builds and installs or directs installation of safety devices on machinery. Conducts or coordinates safety training to educate workers about emergency acknowledge, safety policies, laws and practices. Investigates industrial accidents to minimize recurrence and prepares accident reports. Conducts air quality tests for presence of harmful gases and vapors. In charge of identifying health and safety hazards and recommending corrective actions. Serves as internal consultant to business units on ergonomics, hazardous materials, industrial hygiene and fire and chemical safety matters. Audits business units. Administers workers compensation, OSHA 2000 log and return to work program
Requirements:
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Environment or Health Sciences or equivalent experience in EH&S and knowledge of related regulations, codes, and guidelines. Prior experience 1- 2 years in EH&S within a manufacturing environment preferred. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.