Environmental, Health, Safety & Security Engineer (California)

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); California City (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work hours

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) seeks an EHS Engineer to provide day-to-day Environmental, Health & Safety support across multiple sites in MI and CA, including track safety at the proving ground.

The role emphasizes audits, inspections, incident response, and program rollout. The EHS Engineer I/II will ensure consistent application of corporate EHS standards, engage with site leadership, and help develop a proactive safety culture through hands-on problem solving and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience developing and executing safety programs in general industry, labs, R&D, EV Battery or manufacturing.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations and basic regulatory compliance tasks.
• Familiarity with OSHA, MIOSHA, and CALOSHA General Industry standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment overseeing multiple locations.
• Preferred knowledge of EV battery safety and chemical hazard awareness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary frontline EHS contact for assigned sites, responding to safety questions and requests.
• Conduct routine inspections, observations, and walkthroughs across R&D, labs, and office spaces.
• Support corrective actions and track closure; escalate when needed.
• Assist with safety during maintenance, construction, vendor work, and track operations.
• Lead on-site safety committees and deliver toolbox talks and trainings.
• Implement and maintain core safety programs (Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Electrical Safety, Emergency Action Plans).
• Support environmental compliance activities including hazardous waste handling and SDS management.
• Prepare for agency inspections (EPA, MIOSHA, CAL/OSHA, EGLE, CARB, local fire departments).
• Participate in incident investigations using RCA, 5-Why, fishbone, or Job Safety Analysis methods.

Skills

EHS program development

Audits & inspections

Incident investigations

Regulatory compliance

Cross-site coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Job description

The EHS Engineer provides day‑to‑day Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), including track safety at the proving ground while supporting multiple company sites across MI and CA. This role is a frontline operational partner to site leadership and business teams, responsible for audits, inspections, incident response, safety program rollout, environmental compliance tasks, and assisting with the development of new programs.

The EHS Engineer I/II ensures consistent application of corporate EHS standards while helping build a proactive safety culture. This is a hands‑on, field‑oriented role requiring frequent site engagement, problem‑solving, and collaboration.

Job description

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Day‑to‑Day Site Support

• Serve as the primary frontline EHS contact for assigned sites, responding to safety questions, issues, and requests.
• Conduct routine inspections, observations, and walkthroughs in R&D, general industry, EV battery spaces, labs, and office settings.
• Support the completion of corrective actions, tracking to closure and escalating when needed.
• Assist site teams in meeting safety expectations during maintenance, construction, vendor work, and daily track operations.
• On-site liaison for contracted security

EHS Program Implementation

• Implement and maintain core safety programs such as:
• Hazard Communication
• Lockout/Tagout
• Machine Guarding
• Electrical Safety
• Emergency Action Plans
• PPE, Ergonomics, and other general safety standards
• Deliver toolbox talks, micro‑trainings, and site‑specific safety communications.
• Support rollout of new EHS standards issued by corporate leadership.

Compliance, Audits & Inspections

• Conduct scheduled EHS audits, documenting findings and assisting sites in developing action plans.
• Support environmental compliance activities including: Hazardous waste handling and storage; Universal waste and e‑waste; Air/water permit‑related monitoring; and SDS management
• Maintain required EHS records, logs, and documentation.
• Help prepare for agency inspections (EPA, MIOSHA, Cal/OSHA, EGLE, CARB, local fire departments).

Incident Response & Prevention

• Participate in incident investigations using RCA, 5‑Why, fishbone, or Job Safety Analysis methods.
• Assist with incident reporting and ensure follow‑up actions are documented.
• Support implementation of safety improvements to reduce recurrence.
• Gather exposure information for IH monitoring (noise, chemical, particulate), working with IH specialists as needed.

Training & Stakeholder Interaction

• Provide training on EHS policies, hazard awareness, environmental procedures, and safe work practices.
• Lead on‑site safety committees
• Help site leaders understand OSHA/MIOSHA/Cal‑OSHA requirements using simple, clear guidance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, R&D Labs, Security, Legal, and contractors.
• Support emergency response drills and exercises.

Program Development (foundational level)

• Contribute to the creation or update of:
• Written EHS programs; SOPs; Checklists and templates; Training content

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or related field of commensurate experience!

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience in developing and executing safety programs in general industry, labs, R&D, EV Battery or manufacturing.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations and basic regulatory compliance tasks.
• OSHA, MIOSHA, and CALOSHA General Industry standards.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment overseeing multiple locations
• Strong analytical and planning background
• (Preferred) knowledge with EV battery safety and chemical hazard awareness

Preferred, but not required

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
• Professional Emergency Manager (PEM)

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
• Up to 30% travel (domestic and international)

OTHER DETAILS

Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran.VEVRAAFederal contractor.