HSE Specialist

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life & Disability

Job summary

ABB seeks an HSE professional to improve Health, Safety, and Environment performance across the assigned area. You will apply in-depth HSE knowledge to guide risk management, audits, and continuous improvement within ABB's value chain.

You will lead ABRA and MOC processes, support environmental programs, and deliver HSE training, with a focus on incident investigations and corrective actions. ABB offers an inclusive environment and dedicated resources for safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in safety/EHS/related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Experience implementing OSHA programs and leading workplace safety initiatives.
• Experience delivering training and conducting investigations; corrective actions follow-up.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, ASP, CSP, CHMM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote a proactive HSE culture across the facility.
• Lead or support ABRA, MOC, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Drive risk reduction using hierarchy of controls and risk management methods.
• Support Industrial Hygiene programs (noise, air sampling, ergonomic assessments).
• Support environmental programs (waste, stormwater, air emissions, chemical management).
• Deliver HSE training, meetings, and engagement activities.
• Participate in incident investigations, identify root causes, and verify corrective actions.
• Assist deployment and improvement of ABB Way HSE management system and audits.

Skills

OSHA compliance programs

Employee training

Incident investigations

Corrective actions follow-up

Industrial hygiene knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to: HSE Manager

Job Summary

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance in your assigned area of responsibility to cultivate a high-performance culture with a strong focus on HSE. Each day, you will support the business by applying in-depth HSE knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring effective risk management through HSE excellence along the ABB value chain.

Responsibilities

• Promote a proactive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) culture throughout the facility.
• Lead or support Activity Based Risk Assessments (ABRA), risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC) processes, and safe work procedure development.
• Drive risk reduction initiatives using the hierarchy of controls and other recognized risk management methodologies.
• Support Industrial Hygiene programs, including noise monitoring, air sampling, ergonomic evaluations, and exposure assessments.
• Support environmental compliance programs related to waste management, stormwater, air emissions, chemical management, and sustainability initiatives.
• Deliver and facilitate HSE training, presentations, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Participate in incident and accident investigations, identify root causes, prepare reports, and verify implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the deployment, implementation, and continuous improvement of ABB's Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System (ABB Way), including communication of lessons learned and best practices.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits and maintain management system documentation.
• Provide HSE support for Warehouse and R&D operations.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
• At least 2 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), occupational safety, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience implementing OSHA compliance programs and managing workplace safety initiatives.
• Experience conducting employee training, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up.
• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, ASP, CSP, CHMM, or equivalent are preferred.

What's in it for you

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirming Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail] . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $63,100 and $90,200 annually.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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