EHS Specialist III -Environmental

Thermo Fisher; United States; On-site; USD 83,300 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Thermo Fisher is seeking an EHS Specialist III to lead environmental health and safety initiatives in Connecticut. You will implement EHS management systems and collaborate across teams to foster a safety-focused culture.

The ideal candidate has an advanced degree, experience in the pharmaceutical or chemical industry, and strong project management skills. The compensation range for this role is $83,300 to $125,000, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in EHS within manufacturing or chemical industries.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and CT DEEP regulations.
• Proficiency in developing EHS training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance in EHS programs.
• Implement EHS management systems across the organization.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in safety.

Skills

Environmental Science

Project management

Risk assessments

EHS software proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Advanced degree in Environmental Science or related

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS software systems

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon‑Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

You'll be part of an innovative team advancing our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As an EHS Specialist III, you'll provide expert guidance and leadership in environmental health, safety, and sustainability programs across the organization. You'll collaborate with teams at all levels to develop and implement comprehensive EHS management systems, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and create a strong safety-focused culture. This role combines strategic thinking with practical problem-solving to protect our employees, environment, and facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in EHS in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or chemical industry settings
• Preferred Fields of Study: Environmental Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Professional certifications preferred: CEP
• EHS Certificate or advanced degree in related discipline advantageous
• Knowledge of applicable EHS regulations and management systems (OSHA, CT DEEP, EPA)
• Preferred experience in execution of state and federal environmental reporting and permitting
• Strong technical expertise in chemical safety, hazardous materials, and environmental compliance
• Experience developing and delivering EHS training programs and leading safety initiatives
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits
• Project management and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with EHS software systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Preferred experience with hazmat, RCRA, wastewater, stormwater, and emergency response
• Demonstrated success in organizational change initiatives
• Multi‑manufacturing site experience in an environmental role preferred
• Travel up to 10% may be required

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $83,300.00-$125,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards