EHS Engineer - Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene

Saint-Gobain Research North America; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Well-being program

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Research North America is seeking an on-site EHS Engineer specializing in Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene to lead laboratory safety and biosafety programs across our Northborough sites. You will conduct exposure assessments, manage chemical safety, and drive practical risk-reduction measures with a hands-on approach.

The role requires a strong background in lab safety, industrial hygiene, and regulatory compliance, with experience in radiation/laser safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health/Science, Sustainability, or related field.
• Experience in rigorous EHS environments handling Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene and Lab Safety including radiation, laser and biosafety program management.
• General EHS, chemical safety, and lab safety knowledge.
• Chemical Safety, Industrial Hygiene & Lab Safety: Applied knowledge of chemical safety, industrial hygiene and laboratory safety practices including review, inventory and SDS management, inspections, handling requirements, exposure assessments and control recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Leads chemical safety and laboratory hygiene programs, including chemical review and inventory management, SDS handling, and labeling requirements.
• Plan and conduct industrial hygiene and exposure assessments for airborne contaminants, noise, ventilation, indoor environmental quality, and other hazards; interpret results and recommend controls.
• Administers Biosafety, Laser and Radiation safety programs, including risk assessments, licensing, inventories, surveys, training, and records.
• Maintains training, SOPs, and compliance documentation; delivers training and supports incident investigations and risk assessments.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene

Laboratory Safety

Regulatory Compliance

Hazard Assessment

Training & Documentation

Risk Assessment & PPE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS software (4.0 RMS)

Job description

The EHS Engineer - Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene is an experienced EHS professional responsible for identifying, evaluating, and controlling chemical, biological, laser, radiological, and physical hazards across laboratories, pilot areas, and technical workspaces at Saint-Gobain Innovation North America and associated R&D sites. Based in Northborough MA and reporting to the Strategic EHS&S Manager, this on-site, hands‑on role provides technical leadership for laboratory safety programs, industrial hygiene assessments, regulatory compliance, and practical risk reduction.

The EHS Engineer - Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene:

• Leads chemical safety and laboratory hygiene programs, including chemical review and approval, SDS and inventory management, hazard compatibility, storage and labeling requirements, laboratory inspections, exposure concerns, safer substitution, and end‑of‑life considerations.
• Plan and conduct industrial hygiene and exposure assessments for airborne contaminants, noise, ventilation effectiveness, indoor environmental quality, and other occupational hazards; interpret results and recommend engineering, administrative, PPE, and respiratory‑protection controls.
• Administers Biosafety, Laser and Radiation safety programs, including biological agent risk assessments, containment and work‑practice reviews, laser and radiation licensing, inventory, dosimetry, surveys, training, records, and coordination with regulators, corporate resources, and external specialists.
• Maintains technical programs, training, and compliance documentation by developing SOPs and guidance, delivering laboratory and hazard‑specific training, administering technical elements of PPE and respiratory protection, maintaining audit‑ready records, and supporting incident investigations and risk assessments.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience: Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health/Science, Sustainability, or related science/engineering field
• Experience working within a rigorous EHS environment (preferably R&D, lab or similarly complex technical environment) handling Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene and Lab Safety including radiation, laser and biosafety program management
• General EHS, chemical safety, and lab safety knowledge.
• Chemical Safety, Industrial Hygiene & Lab Safety: Applied knowledge of chemical safety, industrial hygiene and laboratory safety best practices including chemical review and approval, inventory and SDS management, laboratory inspections, and safe storage and handling requirements. Able to conduct exposure assessments, interpret results, and recommend effective engineering, administrative, PPE, and respiratory‑protection controls.
• Biosafety, Laser Safety, Radiation Safety & Technical Program Administration: Experience with Biosafety, Laser Safety and Radiation Safety administration, overseeing risk assessments, containment practices, licensing, inventories, dosimetry, surveys, training, and required records.
• Training, Documentation & Compliance Support: Expertise in creating laboratory and hazard‑specific training, SOPs, and providing technical guidance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital EHS systems, including data entry, reporting, training records, compliance documentation, and program tracking tools such as 4.0rms to maintain accurate, audit‑ready records; support inspections and regulatory reviews; and provide technical assistance for incident investigations, risk assessments, PPE, and respiratory protection programs.
• Ability to manage defined EHS&S projects, organize priorities, maintain accurate records, support audits, analyze trends, and drive practical continuous improvement.
• Customer focus: Professional demeanor, positive energy, good listening and questioning skills, timely follow up to ensure that customer needs are met
• Must obtain OSHA, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Hygiene, Exposure Assessment, Emergency Preparedness, Safety, and Response Training upon hire
• RCRA & DOT Training

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience: Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health/Science, Sustainability, or related science/engineering field
• Knowledge and experience working on 5S and sustainability initiatives (recycling, chemical reuse, responsible materials, circularity, indoor air quality, data verification, performance tracking, or improvement‑project coordination).
• Sustainability: Chemical reuse/recycling, inventory control, and sustainability data.
• Biosafety, Laser Safety, Radiation Safety, 5S, Mental Health First Aider, Ergonomics, Event investigation, Working at Height, Hot‑Work Permit Training

Physical & Work Requirements

• Pushing, pulling, lifting, and transporting up to 50lbs

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

At Saint‑Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint‑Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint‑Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint‑Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $81,500 to $126,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $89,650 to $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint‑Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well‑being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Well‑being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company‑provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Critical Illness and
• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want