Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Engineer

Mattson Technology; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattson Technology is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Engineer to support our Fremont, CA operations. The role focuses on integrating EHS programs into the company culture, maintaining regulatory permits, and supporting ISO certifications across the site.

The candidate should bring 5–8 years of EHS experience, knowledge of relevant regulations, and the ability to lead change and training initiatives with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in EHS and environmental related discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing and R&D environment.
• Knowledge of EHS regulatory programs, codes, guidelines, and agencies.
• HAZWOPER and DOT training preferred.
• Experience in chemical handling, wastewater treatment, waste management, air emissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS programs from a strategic perspective to align with Mattson Fremont HQ and global Field Service.
• Maintain regulatory permits and compliance across facilities.
• Maintain the Fremont HQ campus emergency preparedness program and Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Oversee a fully staffed and trained Emergency Response Team and plan drills.
• Support ISO14001 and ISO 45001 registration, audits, and internal assessments.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and drive corrective actions to closure.

Skills

EHS compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Industrial safety

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in science or engineering

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Engineer

Essential Functions and Duties:

Position will support Mattson Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) programs including compliance permit activities from a systematic perspective and integrate them into Mattson business culture. Responsible for the management of Mattson’s EHS regulatory compliance, environmental permits, programs, procedures, policies and support our ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification. This position will perform a variety of work to ensure EHS compliance through explanation of permit terms and regulatory obligations, recommendation of appropriate action to assure conformance current and new regulatory requirements, support of operational activities to minimize pollution, oversee or manage projects, maintain and improve the environmental, health and safety management system. Collaborates with all departments and functions as necessary for compliance with Mattson sustainability activities. The position will support EHS training development and deployment to Mattson Oracle LMS, and compliance training tracking.

Specific Activities Include:

• Manage Mattson EH&S programs from a strategic perspective to ensure activities and programs are integrated and reflective to Mattson Fremont HQ and global Field Service.
• Maintain Mattson’s regulatory compliance by obtaining and maintaining all regulatory permits.
• Maintain the Fremont HQ campus emergency preparedness program and Emergency Response Team (ERT) onsite.
• Responsible for maintaining a fully staffed and trained Emergency Response Team.
• Organize ERT drills and the annual building evacuations.
• Identify and implement effective EHS programs to reduce hazards/risks and prevent environmental impacts.
• Track new legislation/regulations and assess impacts to Mattson and ensure compliance.
• Maintain and support environmental, health and safety programs, activities and CIP initiatives
• Support ISO14001 and ISO 45001 registration, participating in the external ISO audits and conducting internal audit for Mattson departments.
• Responsible for the periodic building inspections and the oversee the proactive EHS inspection program to identify EHS non-conformance.
• Support EHS training development and deployment via Oracle LMS and provide training reports to department managers.
• Conduct monthly EHS and stormwater inspections; log corrective actions in the EHS system and drive to closure.
• Track and report water and wood waste, and monthly IPA usage for regulatory compliance.
• Support customer surveys and online assessments pertaining to EHS requirements
• Complete Mattson annual CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) and submit to CDP online portal.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, local laws, regulations and requirements
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and drive results that add value
• Ability to lead the change management initiatives
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and business needs

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience in EHS and environmental related discipline
• EHS background in a manufacturing and R&D environment
• Knowledge of EHS regulatory programs, codes, guidelines, and agencies
• Knowledge of chemistry and chemical safety
• Experience or knowledge of chemical handling, wastewater treatment, waste management, air emissions
• HAZWOPER and DOT training preferred
• Experience in corporate EHS programs and semiconductor-related operations a plus

Education:

• BA/BS Degree in science or engineering related field. Advanced degree a plus.