EHS Specialist

Accuray; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Accuray is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety professional in Madison, WI to develop and enhance comprehensive EHS programs. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, incident investigation, training, and cross‑functional collaboration with site leadership.

You will lead audits, risk assessments, and safety initiatives while promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring radiation safety and occupational health compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Natural Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an EHS capacity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Familiarity with radiation safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and improve EHS programs, policies, procedures, and work instructions to ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Monitor effectiveness of EHS programs and recommend improvements based on regulatory changes and audits.
• Promote a positive safety culture by engaging employees and leaders in EHS initiatives and accountability.
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and Job Hazard Analyses.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver EHS training programs and maintain training records.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and hazardous conditions; implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical EHS guidance and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Analyze EHS performance metrics and report progress to management.
• Coordinate occupational health programs and health-related compliance activities.
• Maintain emergency response plans and participate in drills and response activities.
• Support radiation safety programs and regulatory compliance.

Skills

EHS Management

Regulatory Compliance

OSHA

Radiation Safety

Written Communication

Project Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Job description

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Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Programs & Procedures

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs, policies, procedures, and work instructions to ensure regulatory compliance and effective risk management.
• Monitor the effectiveness of EHS programs and recommend improvements based on regulatory changes, audit findings, incident investigations, and operational needs.

Safety Culture & Employee Engagement

• Promote a positive safety culture by engaging employees and leaders in EHS initiatives, encouraging participation, and reinforcing accountability for safe work practices.
• Partner with site leadership to establish safety objectives and support achievement of EHS performance goals.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Analysis

• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and Job Hazard Analyses to identify hazards and opportunities for risk reduction.
• Develop, track, and verify completion of corrective and preventive actions resulting from inspections, audits, incident investigations, and regulatory findings.

Training & Competency

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver EHS training programs to ensure employees, contractors, and visitors understand applicable safety requirements and safe work practices.
• Maintain training records and monitor compliance with required training and certifications.

Incident Management

• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and hazardous conditions; determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Compliance & Technical Support

• Provide technical EHS guidance to employees, leaders, contractors, and consultants and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain awareness of applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations and ensure site compliance.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Analyze EHS performance metrics, incident trends, training compliance, and audit findings to identify improvement opportunities and report progress to management.

Occupational Health

• Coordinate occupational health programs, medical surveillance requirements, and health-related compliance activities with external providers.

Emergency Preparedness

• Maintain emergency response plans and participate in emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response team functions.

Radiation Safety Support

• Partner with Global EHS leadership and external consultants to support radiation safety programs, training, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.

PPE & Safety Equipment

• Manage personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety supply programs to ensure availability, proper selection, and effective use.

Authority & Accountability

• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or activities present a risk to personnel, property, or the environment.

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Natural Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of Degree.
• 5+ years of experience working in an EHS capacity.
• Demonstrated current knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Familiarity with radiation safety requirements.
• OSHA Certification, preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence, drive change, and build partnerships across all levels of the organization without direct authority.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and culturally diverse environment.
• Self-motivated and highly organized professional with strong administrative, documentation, and project management skills, capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to balance competing demands while delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and frequently walk, climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and crawl during course of duties.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.

To qualify for this position, candidates must be able to furnish proof that they are authorized to work in the country they are applying on a permanent basis without sponsorship.

EEO Statement

At Accuray, our commitment to patient-first outcomes drives an inclusive and collaborative work environment where the best ideas rise to the top - and everyone works to push them further. We value diversity in both the professional and personal backgrounds of our employees, as this variety adds rich energy to every team, every project and every work day. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin - including individuals with disabilities and veterans.