Health and Safety Senior Engineer

International Motors, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

International Motors, LLC seeks a Health and Safety Senior Engineer to lead on-site EHS programs at the Elmendorf, Texas facility. You will implement site-wide safety programs, conduct risk assessments, and partner with teams to foster a strong safety culture across manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on EHS experience, knowledge of OSHA standards, and strong incident investigation skills; CSP/CIH is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and risk-based safety practices.
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and enforcement of site-wide EHS programs.
• Perform safety inspections, audits and risk assessments of facilities.
• Identify hazards and implement practical mitigation plans.
• Lead or support incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations.
• Coordinate emergency response and drills with site teams.
• Develop and deliver EHS training for staff and contractors.
• Maintain EHS records and track corrective actions.

Skills

EHS leadership

OSHA regulations

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering

Master's degree in related field

3+ years EHS experience

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Senior Engineer to lead and strengthen Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) operations at our Advanced Technology Center in Elmendorf, Texas, just south of San Antonio.

This is a highly visible, hands-on opportunity for an EHS professional who enjoys being on the floor, identifying risks, driving improvements, and partnering with employees and leadership to create a strong safety culture. You will play a key role in developing and implementing site-wide EHS programs while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, OSHA requirements, and International Motors' corporate EHS standards.

If you are passionate about proactive risk management, continuous improvement, and building safer workplaces, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a technology-focused operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of site-wide EHS programs and initiatives.
• Conduct routine and specialized safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of facilities, equipment, processes, and work practices.
• Identify EHS hazards and develop practical mitigation strategies to reduce risk and improve workplace safety.
• Lead and/or support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans, ensuring timely resolution and effective follow-through.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA and applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS requirements, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities, including drills, emergency procedure updates, and coordination with site Emergency Response Teams.
• Develop and deliver EHS training, including new employee orientation, task-specific training, and recurring regulatory/compliance training.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, inspection documentation, training records, and corrective action tracking to ensure ongoing audit readiness.
• Track and report EHS performance metrics, including incidents, inspections, audits, corrective actions, and other key safety indicators.
• Partner with employees, leadership, and cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety-first culture and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in safety committees, regulatory audits, and site EHS projects.
• Coordinate with and monitor deliverables from third-party EHS service providers to ensure quality and compliance.
• Support additional EHS initiatives and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of environmental health, fire safety or safety experience

OR

• Master's degree and no experience

OR

• At least 3 years of environmental health, fire safety or safety experience

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience in EHS, occupational safety, or health and safety engineering, preferably within a manufacturing, engineering, technology, or industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, hazard identification, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective EHS programs and corrective actions.
• Experience with emergency response planning, safety training, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence employees and leaders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with cross-functional teams and external EHS providers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
• Professional EHS certifications such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or equivalent are a plus.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits. The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus,TRATONSE is the parent and holding company of the TRATONGROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

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