Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.; Ulmar (CA); On-site; USD 84,800 - 111,300; Full time

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, California is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Engineer to lead compliance programs in a semiconductor fab.

The role focuses on environmental regulations, hazardous materials management, training delivery, and continuous improvement with cross-functional teams, maintaining ISO 14001 alignment and supporting sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience with ISO 14001 or other EMS.
• Direct experience with permitting, wastewater, chemical handling, or hazardous waste in a semiconductor fab.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing or highly regulated environments.
• Ability to work independently on moderately complex environmental issues.

Responsibilities

• Ensure California sites comply with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including hazardous waste and chemical management requirements.
• Implement and maintain environmental programs relevant to semiconductor manufacturing, including hazardous waste management and SDS maintenance.
• Support environmental audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory agencies as required.
• Support site sustainability initiatives by driving improvements in energy, water, waste, recycling, and emissions management.
• Maintain PPE programs for employees.
• Develop and maintain environmental procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation for FormFactor's global operations.
• Support delivery of EH&S training for operations, engineering, and facilities teams.
• Coordinate outsourced training activities for global teams.
• Analyze and track training completion and effectiveness, report results to leadership.
• Maintain the EH&S training matrix by position and task.
• Contribute to internal EH&S management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
• Partner cross-functionally with Facilities, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, and Corporate EH&S teams.
• Participate in site sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives.
• Serve as an environmental technical resource for projects and operational changes.

Skills

Chemical Analysis

Hazardous Materials Management

Hazardous Waste Management

OSHA 10/30

SEMI Guidelines

Training Delivery

Documentation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Environmental Science

Tools

EH&S software systems

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle - from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values - Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People - we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Engineer supports the implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of EH&S programs within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with applicable environmental regulations and internal standards, minimizes operational risk, and supports safe and sustainable manufacturing operations.

The position applies professional-level technical expertise to complex manufacturing processes, hazardous materials management, and highly regulated fab operations. The EH&S Engineer works with a high degree of autonomy, participates in cross‑functional teams, and operates in a dynamic environment characterized by rapid change. Success in this role requires an understanding of the strategic mission, goals, and objectives of a technology‑driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance & Programs

• Ensure California sites comply with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including hazardous waste and chemical management requirements.
• Implement and maintain environmental programs relevant to semiconductor manufacturing, including hazardous waste management, chemical inventory management, and safety data sheet (SDS) maintenance.
• Support environmental audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting; interface with regulatory agencies as required.
• Support site sustainability initiatives by driving improvements in energy, water, waste, recycling, and emissions management, including performance tracking and alignment with corporate sustainability and ESG goals.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Support

• Maintain and support employee personal protective equipment (PPE) programs.

Training & Management Systems

• Develop, maintain, and update environmental procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation for FormFactor's global operations.
• Support delivery of environmental and EH&S training for operations, engineering, and facilities teams.
• Coordinate outsourced training activities for global teams.
• Analyze and track training completion and effectiveness, report results to leadership.
• Maintain the EH&S training matrix by position and task.
• Contribute to internal EH&S management systems (e.g., ISO 14001 or equivalent).

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner cross‑functionally with Facilities, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, and Corporate EH&S teams.
• Participate in site sustainability and waste‑reduction initiatives.
• Serve as an environmental technical resource for projects, equipment installations, and operational changes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting ISO 14001 or other Environmental Management Systems.
• Direct experience with environmental permitting, wastewater systems, chemical handling, or hazardous waste programs in a semiconductor fab.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, electronics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industrial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on moderately complex environmental issues.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with semiconductor fab infrastructure, cleanroom operations, or advanced manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical operational controls.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical documentation skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in fast‑paced manufacturing environments.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and EH&S software systems.
• Experience developing and delivering EH&S training.
• Knowledge of SEMI guidelines and EH&S requirements.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• DOT Hazmat and Ground Shipper Certification.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and cleanroom environment requiring the use of PPE.
• Exposure to chemicals and industrial systems typical of semiconductor fabrication operations.
• Onsite presence required to support fab and facilities operations.

Skills

Chemical Analysis, Chemical Transportation, Compliance Training, DOT Regulations, Handling Hazardous Materials, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Hazardous Chemical Management, Hazardous Material Shipping, Hazardous Materials Management, Hazardous Materials Training, Hazardous Waste Management, Hazardous Wastes, ISO Audits, Microsoft Office, Training Effectiveness, Training Programs, Training System

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience. Required.

Pay Range

$84,800.00 - $111,300.00

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $84,800.00 and $111,300.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You'll also be eligible for quarterly profit‑sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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