EH&S Specialist

Fuelcell Energy; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous Paid Leave

Job summary

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is seeking an EH&S Specialist to support the Danbury R&D facility and field operations. The role includes ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating environmental, health, and safety programs, and driving continuous improvement across sites.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of EH&S experience, OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR/AED, and be able to travel 30–50%. A strong knowledge of OSHA standards and ISO 14001/45001 is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of direct EH&S experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (required); First Aid/CPR/AED (required). HAZWOPER 40-Hr preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, RCRA, EPCRA, NFPA; LOTO, confined space, hazmat handling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day administration of the EH&S program for Danbury R&D, Field Ops, and Torrington site.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Support ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 compliance and site safety programs.
• Conduct field safety inspections, risk assessments, and regulatory evaluations.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action tracking across sites.
• Develop site-specific safety plans and JSAs; maintain EH&S documentation.
• Travel 30–50% to field power plant locations; some travel to Torrington.

Skills

Strong communication

Influence without authority

MS Office & EH&S records

Education

Assoc or Bach in OHS/Env Sci/Industrial Hygiene

Tools

MS Office Suite

Compliance systems

Job description

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FuelCell Energy is redefining how the world produces and uses power. As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.

With nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.

Your work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.

The pay for this position ranges from $83500- $98500.

About Our Company

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and highly motivated EH&S Specialist to support our Danbury Research & Development facility and Field (Power Plant) operations.

This role will focus primarily on R&D and engineering support in Danbury, with field-based safety support for power generation sites and periodic support at our Torrington manufacturing facility as business needs require.

This role will partner closely with engineering, and field service teams to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across diverse working environments. The position requires approximately 30–50% travel to field power plant locations, with occasional travel to Torrington.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, adaptable, technically strong, and capable of working independently in fast‑paced and dynamic settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support day-to-day administration of the corporate EH&S program for Danbury R&D, Field Operations, and support activities at the Torrington Manufacturing facility.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Support compliance with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System).
• Conduct field site visits to power plants to perform safety inspections, risk assessments, and compliance evaluations.
• Assist in permitting activities and environmental compliance, including sampling and reporting.
• Administer and maintain the EH&S Corporate Compliance Calendar.
• Prepare regulatory reports and maintain EH&S documentation systems.
• Provide EH&S with support to manufacturing operations in Torrington as needed, including inspections, hazard assessments, and program implementation.
• Lead or support incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action tracking across R&D, field, and manufacturing environments.
• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and hazard assessments.
• Conduct audits of EH&S recordkeeping and monitor corrective actions to closure.
• Support contractor and supplier EH&S oversight.
• Deliver training and ensure employee completion of required EH&S training programs.
• Support waste management programs (hazardous and non-hazardous materials).
• Conduct spill prevention and response activities; maintain and inspect spill kits and secondary containment structures.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to ensure EH&S is integrated into projects and field deployments.
• Support corporate ESG and sustainability initiatives.
• Complete required reports, data processing, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications:

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum 2–4 years of direct EH&S experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or operational setting with demonstrated experience on extended or rotating shifts.
• Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (required); First Aid/CPR/AED (required). HAZWOPER 40-Hour preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, RCRA, EPCRA, NFPA standards, LOTO, confined space, and hazardous materials handling.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication; ability to influence without direct authority; proficiency in Microsoft Office and EH&S recordkeeping systems.

Candidate Must Possess / Be Knowledgeable In:

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and field teams.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations. Familiarity with state-specific EH&S regulations (e.g., CT DEEP or other state agencies relevant to field sites).
• Technical & Analytical Skills:
• Experience conducting hazard analyses, risk assessments, and root cause investigations.
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to engineering, manufacturing, and operational environments.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting to support compliance and performance metrics.

Systems & Tools

Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with compliance management systems preferred.

Demonstrated ability to influence others, support continuous improvement initiatives, and drive safety engagement across teams.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to work in office, laboratory, manufacturing, and outdoor power plant environments.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hard hats, safety shoes, and respiratory protection as required.
• Ability to enter warehouse, lab, manufacturing, and field environments, including climbing ladders and walking industrial sites.
• Ability to travel locally and domestically (30–50%) to support field operations, with periodic travel to the Torrington manufacturing facility.
• Must be willing to respond to occasional after-hours business needs.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport
Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury