Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. seeks a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager to lead policy development, risk management, and compliance across制造 facilities in Tennessee.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, HR, and leadership to embed HSE excellence and drive environmental stewardship. The role emphasizes audits, training, emergency planning, and continuous improvement, with focus on OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001/45001 and strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive HSE experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Professional certification (NEBOSH, CSP, CIH, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Proven ability to develop and implement HSE management systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigations.
• Manage and deliver HSE training to foster a strong safety culture.
• Oversee required reports, permits, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and training activities.
• Perform internal and external HSE audits and inspections.
• Partner across departments to integrate HSE priorities into daily operations.
• Stay current on HSE legislation, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Environmental Engineering

Job description

Location: Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0143281 Date Posted: 2026-08-31 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Join Hitachi Energy as a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager and help shape a safer, more sustainable future across our operations. This is your chance to champion innovative HSE strategies that make a real difference—protecting people, strengthening our culture, and elevating our commitment to environmental stewardship. You’ll be at the forefront of building and enhancing programs that keep our teams safe and our facilities compliant, while also challenging the status quo to drive continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues across engineering, operations, human resources, and leadership to embed HSE excellence into every part of the business. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. If you’re energized by meaningful work, inspired by innovation, and motivated to lead impactful change, this is your opportunity to grow your career with a global technology leader.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop, implement, and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigations.
• Manage and deliver HSE training to foster a strong safety culture.
• Oversee required reports, permits, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and training activities.
• Perform internal and external HSE audits and inspections.
• Partner across departments to integrate HSE priorities into daily operations.
• Stay current on HSE legislation, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive HSE experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Professional certification (NEBOSH, CSP, CIH, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Proven ability to develop and implement HSE management systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

More About Us

Grow your career with a global industry leader committed to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Work with teams who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous learning. Access professional development pathways designed to support your long‑term growth.

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