Global Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Versigent; Ciudad Juárez; On-site; MXN 1,000,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

Versigent seeks a Global Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead EHS programs across multiple regions, ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive safety culture. You will partner with engineering, operations, supply chain and leadership to integrate EHS into business processes and capital projects.

The role requires extensive EHS leadership across manufacturing sites, ISO standards expertise, and travel. Fluency in English is essential; additional languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years leading EHS programs across multiple sites or regions.
• Experience implementing and improving EHS management systems.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and global EHS regulations.
• Expertise in functional and machine safety, risk assessment and safeguarding.
• Experience managing environmental compliance programs (air emissions, water, wastewater and waste).
• Strong leadership, communication, project management and analytical skills; ability to influence stakeholders.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the global program owner and SME for key EHS programs (functional and machine safety, HOP, SIF prevention, ergonomics, chemical management, life safety).
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve global EHS standards, policies, and management systems.
• Strengthen global processes for identifying, monitoring, and governing environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement of the EHS Management System and ensure ISO 14001/45001 conformance.
• Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain and other functions to integrate EHS into processes and projects.
• Develop and execute global strategies to enhance EHS capability, leadership and engagement.
• Lead or support EHS audits, investigations, root cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Monitor regulatory requirements, industry trends, and evolving risks; drive proactive improvements.
• Analyze EHS metrics, identify trends, and prioritize risks for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Functional Safety

Machine Safety

International Travel

Education

Bachelor's in EHS or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Versigent designs and delivers the systems that move power through modern technology. From vehicles to robotics to energy platforms, our electrical distribution systems enable the next generation of electrified, automated and connected products.

As a standalone company, we combine deep engineering expertise with the speed and focus needed to solve increasingly complex challenges. Our teams move quickly, think with precision and deliver at scale — helping customers do more without adding cost, weight or complexity.

What defines us is how we work: with the agility and momentum of a startup, backed by the experience and discipline of a proven global leader. That combination creates an environment where ideas move faster, ownership is real and impact is visible.

The Global Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of global EHS programs across the Americas, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific (APAC). This role provides strategic leadership and technical expertise to ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen risk management, and drive a proactive safety culture throughout a global manufacturing organization.

The successful candidate will collaborate across engineering, operations, supply chain, and business leadership to integrate EHS excellence into business processes while supporting operational performance and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the global program owner and subject matter expert for key EHS programs, including:
  • Functional and machine safety
  • Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
  • Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) Prevention
  • Ergonomics
  • Chemical management
  • Life safety
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve global EHS standards, policies, and management systems that align with regulatory requirements and business objectives.
• Strengthen global processes for identifying, monitoring, and governing compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Lead the continuous improvement of the company's EHS Management System and ensure ongoing conformance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, and other business functions to integrate EHS considerations into equipment design, operational processes, capital projects, and business planning.
• Develop and execute global strategies to enhance EHS capability, leadership, and employee engagement across all regions.
• Lead or support EHS audits, incident investigations, root cause analyses, and regulatory compliance assessments while ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor emerging global regulatory requirements, industry trends, and evolving risks, recommending proactive improvements to programs and standards.
• Analyze global EHS performance metrics and leverage data to identify trends, prioritize risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years of experience leading EHS programs across multiple manufacturing sites or regions.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and continuously improving EHS management systems.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and applicable global EHS regulations.
• Expertise in functional and machine safety, including risk assessment and safeguarding principles.
• Experience managing environmental compliance programs, including air emissions, water, wastewater, and waste management.
• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and analytical skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent.
• Experience leading EHS programs within a complex global manufacturing organization.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or integration of newly acquired manufacturing facilities.
• Knowledge of sustainability, environmental reporting, and ESG-related initiatives

WHY JOIN US?

• Grow with purpose. We invest in our people by creating opportunities to build skills, take on new challenges, and develop over time.
• Do work that shows up in the real world. What you contribute here powers systems that are critical to how industries operate and evolve. The impact is visible and lasting.
• Succeed with the right support. We provide the tools, resources, and environment needed to perform at a high level and sustain that success.

Versigent spun out of Aptiv on April 1, 2026.

As part of ongoing spin-off activities and IT separation, some documentation may still reference Aptiv, Cyprium, or Versigent. All references should be understood to mean Versigent.

Versigent 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.