Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Aptiv seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to lead the development and continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental programs in our Reynosa facility. You will ensure regulatory and corporate compliance while protecting employees and reducing risks.

You will partner with leadership, medical services, and external agencies to maintain a safe, compliant work environment and drive KPIs and Kaizen initiatives across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree in Occupational Health & Safety is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in EHS roles within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing EHS Management Systems including ISO 45001.
• Ability to work with government inspections, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, monitor, and continually improve EHS programs and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate health and safety requirements.
• Participate in Occupational Health and Safety Committees and support compliance with ISO 45001.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver safety training and awareness programs for employees.
• Lead accident prevention initiatives, risk reduction programs, and safety projects.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and determine PPE requirements.
• Coordinate medical surveillance programs with medical services.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to verify compliance and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage internal and external health and safety audits and corrective actions.
• Develop and communicate EHS policies and guidelines.
• Partner with government agencies to stay informed on regulatory changes.
• Advise management on safety requirements for operations and new projects.
• Develop EHS KPIs and report progress to leadership.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives in health, safety, environmental awareness, and Kaizen.
• Promote proactive safety culture supporting quality and energy management objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety culture influence

Ability to drive continuous safety

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering/Environmental/Occupational Safety

Master's in Occupational Health & Safety (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365

STPS platforms

ISO 45001 knowledge

Job description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

As an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer, you will lead the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety programs to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate requirements. You will play a key role in fostering a culture of safety, protecting employees, reducing workplace risks, and supporting environmental, health, and safety initiatives across the organization. This position partners closely with leadership, medical services, government agencies, and cross-functional teams to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and corporate health and safety requirements.
• Participate in Occupational Health and Safety Committees and support compliance with local and international standards, including ISO 45001.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver safety training and awareness programs for employees.
• Lead accident prevention initiatives, risk reduction programs, workplace inspections, and safety improvement projects.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and determine appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Coordinate occupational medical surveillance programs in partnership with medical services based on employee risk exposure.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manage and support internal and external health and safety audits, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate EHS policies, procedures, and guidelines throughout the organization.
• Partner with government agencies and industry associations to stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure legal compliance.
• Advise management and operational teams on safety requirements for existing operations and new projects.
• Develop and maintain key EHS performance indicators, reporting progress and improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives focused on health, safety, environmental awareness, Near Miss reporting, and Kaizen activities.
• Promote a proactive safety culture while supporting quality, environmental, and energy management objectives.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree in Occupational Health & Safety is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing and maintaining Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems, including ISO 45001.
• Solid technical knowledge of workplace safety, risk assessment, accident prevention, and hazard control methodologies.
• Experience supporting government inspections, audits, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels and external agencies.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and independent decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Knowledge of STPS platforms and regulatory systems.
• Bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish).
• Demonstrated ability to influence safety culture, drive continuous improvement, and promote employee engagement in EHS initiatives.
• Ability to identify risks, elevate concerns appropriately, and take action to protect employee safety, product quality, environmental performance, and energy efficiency.
• Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

"Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law"

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