EHS Specialist

Canadian Solar Inc.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

medical/dental/life/disability program

PTO

sick days

Job summary

Canadian Solar Inc. is seeking an EHS Specialist I in Mesquite, Texas to protect the environment and ensure the health and safety of the team. This role supports risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and safety program management within the Environmental Health and Safety department.

You will report to the EHS Manager, maintain metrics, and help implement ISO 45001/14001 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 standards while promoting a proactive safety culture through training and documentation.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) field and a Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional setting.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; good problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015 safety/quality management practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for onsite and corporate reporting.
• Support management to ensure compliance with corporate programs and federal/state laws.
• Conduct risk assessments (Job Hazard Analysis) and advise on risk mitigation measures.
• Assist in implementing ergonomics and safety improvements.
• Flexible shifts including days, nights, and/or weekends.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge (29 CFR 191

Communication & teamwork

Problem solving

Confidentiality handling

ISO 45001/2018 knowledge

ISO 14001/2015 knowledge

ISO 9001/2015 knowledge

Job Hazard Analysis / risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At CS Power Systems, we’re on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we’re just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar’s powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we’re deeply invested in our people’s success. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and want to “Make the Difference” by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems —where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

Canadian Solar Inc. is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar Inc. delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. Canadian Solar’s world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadian-solar.com.

Position Title

EHS Specialist I

Department

Environmental Health and Safety

Entity

USMMC

Reports To

EHS Manager

Location

Mesquite, Texas

Position Summary

This position is for a dedicated professional with a passion for protecting the environment and ensuring the health and safety of our team members

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems
• Support management efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations and applicable federal and state laws
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions
• Responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics
• Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends

Qualifications and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field AND B.degree.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace
• Good communication and teamwork skills, good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety management system practices and developing, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management System and ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management.
• Strong sense of responsibility, highly motivated, forward thinking, and proactive.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or higher, preferably in a safety related field.
• Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills.
• Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses.
• Experience in emergency response and currently holds First Aid and CPR certificates.

Compensation and Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• medical/dental/life/disability program
• PTO
• sick days

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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