Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Emerson Electric Co; Brenham (TX); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Emerson Electric Co in Brenham, Texas seeks an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to lead safety programs and improve environmental compliance across a manufacturing site.

You will drive risk-reduction initiatives, implement engineering controls, and coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to strengthen a proactive safety culture.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science, Health, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of five years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and technical safety improvement projects.
• Strong communication, training, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead safety projects from risk assessment and design through installation, training, and verification.
• Implement engineering controls for machine guarding, hazardous energy, ventilation, ergonomics, and material handling.
• Review risks and controls for new or modified equipment, processes, layouts, and chemicals before purchase or startup.
• Conduct shop floor walkthroughs, JHAs, equipment reviews, and ergonomic assessments; track corrective actions to closure.
• Deliver EHS orientation and training; maintain training records and evaluate effectiveness.
• Lead audits and contractor safety activities, including onboarding, work permits, and worksite monitoring.
• Report EHS metrics, maintain electronic records, and share learnings with regional and global teams.

Conocimientos

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Training and coaching

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management or related

Herramientas

EHS management systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

If you are an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact and grow your career, Emerson offers an exciting opportunity at our manufacturing facility in Brenham, Texas! In this role, you will lead environmental, health, and safety programs that support a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace. You will develop and implement technical EHS solutions, drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements, and collaborate closely with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to reduce risk and strengthen a proactive safety culture.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Safety Engineering and Improvement

• Lead safety projects from risk assessment and design through installation, training, and verification.
• Implement engineering controls for machine guarding, hazardous energy, ventilation, ergonomics, and material handling.
• Review risks and controls for new or modified equipment, processes, layouts, and chemicals before purchase or startup.
• Conduct shop floor walkthroughs, JHAs, equipment reviews, and ergonomic assessments; track corrective actions to closure.

Compliance and Environmental Management

• Maintain compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, local regulations, and Emerson EHS requirements.
• Manage applicable permits, reporting, records, and inspections for air, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous/industrial waste, and other related compliance aspects.
• Maintain chemical inventories, SDS access, safe storage, and waste handling practices.
• Lead energy conservation, emissions reduction, and waste reduction initiatives.

EHS Programs and Emergency Preparedness

• Manage programs for lockout/tagout, PPE, hazard communication, hearing conservation, fall protection, and other site hazards.
• Conduct or coordinate noise and air monitoring; maintain calibrated equipment and implement exposure controls.
• Collaborate with teams to complete incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, required reporting, and corrective actions.
• Maintain emergency plans, coordinate drills, and ensure fire protection and response equipment are inspected and ready.

Training and Collaboration

• Deliver EHS orientation and training; maintain training records and evaluate effectiveness.
• Lead audits and contractor safety activities, including onboarding, work permits, and worksite monitoring.
• Report EHS metrics, maintain electronic records, and share learnings and best practices with regional and global teams.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other functions to implement sustainable improvements and engage employees in safety.

Who You Are:

You take initiative to identify hazards, solve problems, and implement practical solutions that improve safety and operational performance. You build strong partnerships across Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other functions to achieve shared environmental, health, and safety objectives. You communicate complex regulatory, technical, and safety requirements clearly to employees, leaders, and stakeholders at all levels. You establish clear expectations, drive completion of corrective actions, and ensure compliance obligations are met consistently. You focus on delivering measurable improvements, maintaining compliance, and achieving sustainable results through disciplined execution.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Safety Management, Environmental Science, Health, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, Texas, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and technical safety improvement projects.
• Strong communication, training, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic EHS management systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, sponsorship will not be provided.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, OHST, CHMM, or CIH.
• Experience with machine safety, industrial hygiene, environmental permitting, or capital improvement projects.
• Ability to interpret equipment drawings, engineering specifications, and process information.
• Experience supporting environmental sustainability, energy conservation, emissions reduction, or waste minimization initiatives.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel:

Office and manufacturing work requiring PPE, regular walking and standing, and occasional bending or kneeling. Regular lifting up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds, with reasonable accommodation for essential functions. Occasional travel for training or other Emerson locations.

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