HSE Specialist

ABB Inc.; California, Sacramento (MO, CA); Remote; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HSE Specialist, where you will lead initiatives to enhance health, safety, and environmental practices across the Electrification Service organization. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with professionals to foster a positive HSE culture, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting best practices. Your expertise will be crucial in developing safety plans, conducting audits, and managing digital analytics to track performance. This innovative firm values diversity and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about safety and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' HSE experience focusing on Field Service.
• Formal certification in Safety and Environmental fields required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement HSE management systems for compliance.
• Develop site-specific safety plans and support training.

Skills

HSE Management

Risk Assessment

Database Management

MS Office

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Benchmark

Intelex

Job description

HSE Specialist

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.

Write the next chapter of your ABB story.

Reporting Line

This position reports to Business Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager.

Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will oversee and implement management systems related to HSE, including executing training strategies to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards in the US Region for our Electrification Service organization.

You will collaborate with HSE professionals to promote HSE expectations, accountability, and compliance, fostering a positive HSE culture across the Electrification Service NAM organization, including field service teams.

Work Model

The work model for this role is: Remote.

Main Accountabilities

1. Provide HSE leadership to the Electrification Service organization, focusing on the US West (California) and/or South (Southeast) regions. Evaluate risks and develop mitigation strategies for new projects.
2. Develop and review site-specific safety plans with project teams and clients; assist in training and selecting personnel at job sites.
3. Collaborate with functional managers and leaders to support and improve learning, development practices, policies, and procedures.
4. Support the development and harmonization of HSE tools, programs, and management systems, ensuring their proper implementation.
5. Implement and optimize processes and procedures aligned with ABB policies, maintaining digital systems like Benchmark, Intelex, etc., for managing HSE programs.
6. Support the electrical and LOTO programs, including policies, training, and qualifications of trainers.
7. Lead and participate in HSE audits for compliance and continuous improvement.
8. Manage digital analytics to track performance and support HSE metrics reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + minimum 8 years' HSE experience focusing on Field Service OR Associate's degree + 10 years' experience OR High School diploma + 12 years' experience.
• Formal certification and training in Safety and Environmental fields.
• Knowledge of local HSE regulations and international standards.
• Advanced skills in database management and MS Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically.
• Legal work authorization for the US is required.

About Us

ABB's Service Division enhances the performance and sustainability of electrical products through product care, modernization, and advisory services, helping customers maximize resource use and recover materials. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Visit www.abb.com to learn more about our solutions and impact globally.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave, or veteran status. For rights information, visit the provided EEOC and DOL links.

Applicants may request accommodations for disabilities by contacting ABB HR at 1-888-694-7762 or [e-mail]. Resumes and applications are accepted through the normal channels. The expected salary range is $98,700 to $183,300 annually, plus eligibility for a bonus plan.