Senior EH&S Coordinator

FuelCell Energy; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid leave

Job summary

FuelCell Energy is seeking a Senior EHS Coordinator to support East Coast operations from our Torrington facility. This hybrid role combines field support with manufacturing and R&D site activities, with frequent travel along the East Coast and a home base in Torrington.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in EHS, 3–5 years of experience, and strong English communication. You will drive regulatory compliance, ISO 14001/45001, and continuous safety improvements across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health & Safety or related field.
• 3–5 years of industry experience required.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administration of the corporate EH&S program across East Coast facilities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; liaise with agencies as needed.
• Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 frameworks and related records.
• Administer EH&S calendars, contractor/supplier management, and data databases.
• Prepare regulatory reports and collaborate on site EH&S improvements.
• Develop site-specific EH&S plans, programs, and training to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Investigate injuries and incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Lead EH&S training and ensure timely completion by employees.

Skills

English communication

Analytical thinking

Change agent mindset

People skills

Broad EH&S experience

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health & Safety

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior EH&S Coordinator

Location: Torrington, CT, US, 06790

Date Posted: Aug 26, 2026

FuelCell Energy is redefining how the world produces and uses power. As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.

With nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.

Your work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.

The pay for this position ranges from $100000 - $117500.

Overview

We are currently seeking a proactive and highly motivated Sr. Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist to support our East Coast operations, including multiple power plant sites across the state as well as our Torrington manufacturing facility and Danbury research and development facility. This hybrid role will involve a balance of field-based support for power generation operations and onsite support for manufacturing and R&D activities. This role's reporting location will be at our Torrington manufacturing facility with frequent travel to other facilities as needed. The EHS Coordinator will play a critical role in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across diverse work environments.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, adaptable, and capable of working independently in fast-paced and dynamic settings. This role requires approximately 50% travel throughout the East Coast region, with routine presence at both field and fixed facilities.

Responsibilities

• This role will be to coordinate and support the department's day-to-day administration of the corporate EH&S program for FCE's East Coast Operations across multiple facilities.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to environmental, health & safety and manages contact with appropriate agencies where necessary.
• Ensures compliance to ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) as necessary.
• Administers and maintains the EH&S Corporate Compliance Calendar, Contractor / Supplier Management System and Recordkeeping Databases.
• Works with FCE team members to prepare regulatory reports as needed.
• Work in collaboration with FCE team members to coordinate and improve overlap areas between power plant design and site EH&S.
• Prepare, implement, and manage site specific EH&S plans, programs, and procedures. Research technical issues as they relate to Environmental Health and Safety concerns.
• Assist with the preparation and ensure compliance of site-specific permits, including sampling activities.
• Conducts audits on EH&S record keeping activities. Monitors and periodically reports on these activities, audit results, and any issues.
• Supports the achievement of EH&S Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
• Assists with program development and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Makes recommendations on program improvements and compliance.
• Coordinates site specific EH&S inspections to identify risk factors; assures all identified risk factors have corrective actions and planned abatement plans identified; must track in the internal tracking database to timely closure.
• Investigates injuries, incidents and near misses in the workplace. Completes thorough reports and makes recommendations for future injury and incident prevention.
• Ensures timely employee completion of EH&S training. Makes recommendations on training program improvements, delivers necessary training, and ensures training meets regulatory compliance when required.
• Assures proper management of all waste streams (e.g., hazardous, non-hazardous, and recyclable materials).
• Participates in cross-functional teams and ensures EH&S goals are at the forefront of everyone's projects and workday.
• Provide EH&S oversight and support on new and ongoing projects as needed.
• Supports corporate ESG initiatives.
• Supports the EH&S department by completing required reports, spreadsheets, data processing and other documentation processes.
• Works with internal departments to develop and implement job / site specific health and safety plans and Job Safety Analysis forms (JSAs).
• Works with department personnel to inspect work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administers controlled document management system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health & Safety; or relevant degree

Experience : 3-5 years of industry experience required.

Communication : Strong people skills and the ability to effectively communicate in English, verbally and in writing, within all levels of the organization.

Safety and Environmental Regulations : Safety and Environmental disciplines with a strong background and knowledge of OSHA and the EPA. The candidate should also be knowledgeable or become proficient in state-specific EH&S regulations, such as CalOSHA, CUPA, or CTDEEP.

Strong Analytical Skills : Proficient in situational analysis, problem definition, and solution generation to drive system and corporate-wide improvements.

Change Agent : Results oriented advocate of continuous improvement in all areas; people, processes and products and must be able to multi-task and respond quickly to change and with urgency.

People Skills : Many career accomplishments are attributed to strong coaching, leadership, influencing skills and the promotion of a team-based culture. Successful advocate of personal development and able to quickly form effective working relationships with staff, co-workers, supervisors, and customers.

Broad Experience Base : Technical background in several disciplines including but not limited to EH&S, power generation, customer support, and general business management.

Computers : MS Office Suite, with a strong proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to physically work in an office environment, where work is sedentary.
• Must be able and willing to frequently enter laboratory, warehouse and shop floor environments, which require the ability to move from area to area inside the main building as well as to unconnected buildings in the immediate area.
• Must be able and willing to physically work in an outdoor construction or power plant setting where exposure to environmental elements is mandatory.
• Be able and willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirator, etc. as required.
• Must be willing to travel locally using your own vehicle with reimbursement for expenses.
• Must be able to travel: Domestic day travel to east coast locations or throughout the country on a very infrequent basis.
• Must be able to work at our Torrington Facility as "home base" when not traveling to support other facilities.
• Must be willing and able to respond to and participate in after-hours needs and requirements in support of the business.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

Nearest Major Market

Torrington