HSE Specialist

ABB Inc.; Cary (NC); Remote; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HSE Specialist to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives within their Electrification Service organization. This role involves developing and implementing safety plans, evaluating risks, and promoting a positive HSE culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HSE, formal certifications, and a strong understanding of local regulations. With a remote work model, this position offers the flexibility to make a significant impact on safety practices while collaborating with a diverse team. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation in the electrical sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HSE experience, preferably in Field Service.
• Formal certifications in Safety and Environmental fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE leadership and develop mitigation strategies.
• Review safety plans and assist in personnel training.
• Conduct HSE audits and manage performance tracking.

Skills

HSE Leadership

Risk Evaluation

Safety Planning

Database Management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma/GED

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.

Reporting To: Business Health, Safety & Env Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for HSE oversight and implementation of management systems, including executing a training strategy to ensure company and regulatory compliance in the US Region for our Electrification Service organization. You will collaborate with HSE professionals to promote a positive HSE culture across the Electrification Service NAM organization, including our field service teams.

The work model for this role is remote. Your main responsibilities include:

1. Providing 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. Developing and reviewing site-specific safety plans with project management and customers; assisting in personnel training; collaborating with managers to address current issues and improve practices.
3. Supporting the development and harmonization of tools, programs, and procedures to ensure effective implementation; maintaining comprehensive and current HSE documentation.
4. Implementing and optimizing processes within your area of responsibility, maintaining digital systems like Benchmark / Intelex for managing HSE programs.
5. Supporting the electrical and LOTO programs, conducting HSE audits, managing digital analytics for performance tracking, and reporting on HSE metrics.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree + minimum 8 years HSE experience (preferably in Field Service), OR an Associate's degree + 10 years, OR a High School diploma/GED + 12 years of experience.
• Formal certifications and training in Safety and Environmental fields.
• Knowledge of local HSE regulations and international standards.
• Advanced skills in database management systems and MS Office.
• Willing to travel up to 50% domestically.
• Legal work authorization for employment in the US.

More about us

ABB's Service Division partners with customers to improve the availability, reliability, and sustainability of electrical products and installations. We offer services to extend equipment life and improve operational efficiency, promoting resource reuse and recycling.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Visit abb.com to learn more about our solutions worldwide. Apply today and share your story with #MyABBStory.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. For more information on your EEO rights, visit the provided websites.

Applicants may request accommodations for disabilities by contacting ABB HR. Resumes and applications should be submitted through official channels. The expected salary range is $98,700 - $183,300 annually, plus potential bonuses. For more benefits, visit myBenefitsABB.com.