Senior Safety Engineer (ATA)

Amkor Technology, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amkor Technology, Inc. in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Senior EHS Engineer to develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs across construction and manufacturing.

This role provides technical leadership and hands-on support for safety, regulatory compliance, and contractor management. The ideal candidate has experience in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and regulator compliance, with strong communication and leadership skills to drive world-class safety culture during site

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years of related experience in semiconductor/high-tech settings.
• 5+ years of experience in construction, manufacturing, semiconductor, chemical, or high-tech environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, NFPA codes, and safety regulations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and contractor management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.
• Ability to work in varied environments including confined spaces and elevated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS programs transitioning from construction to manufacturing.
• Conduct risk assessments and process hazard analyses for construction and operations.
• Support ISO 14001 and 45001 management system implementation.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA implementations.
• Partner with site leadership to set safety objectives and metrics for improvement.
• Support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and response planning.
• Participate in MOC reviews for new equipment, chemicals, and processes.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, and regulatory compliance; maintain records and exposure data.
• Analyze EHS performance trends and advise site leadership.
• Provide EHS oversight for construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Conduct field audits and contractor safety orientations and evaluations.
• Develop and maintain industrial hygiene programs to control exposures.

Skills

OSHA standards knowledge

Contractor management

Incident investigations

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

EHS program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field

7+ years of experience in semiconductor/high-tech environments (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHS management systems

Job description

Requisition ID29107-Posted09/30/2026-Facilities-Regular Exempt Full-Time Employee

Amkor Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMKR) is the world’s largest U.S. headquartered OSAT and is a global leader in outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. With a strong track record of innovation, a broad and diverse geographic footprint and solid partnerships with lead customers, Amkor delivers high-quality solutions that enable the world’s leading semiconductor and electronics companies to bring advanced technologies to market. The company’s comprehensive portfolio includes advanced packaging, wafer-level processing, and system-in-package solutions targeting applications for smartphones, data centers, artificial intelligence, automobiles and wearables. For more information visit amkor.com .

Position Summary:

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking a highly motivated Senior EHS Engineer to support the development, implementation, and continuous improviement of EHS programs for one of the most advanced semiconductor packaging and test manufacturing faciliteis ih the United States. This role provides technical leadership and hands-on support for both construction and manufacturing operations . A qualified candidate has experince in occupational safety, contractor mangaement, industrial hygiene, and regulator compliance. The role partners closely with facilties, construction, manufacturing, and contractors to identify and mitigate risks, ensure requlatory compliance, and foster world-class safety culture throughout all phases of site development, commissionion, and production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement EHS programs supporting transition from construction to operational manufacturing.
• Conduct risk assessments and process hazard assessments for construction and operational activities.
• Support implementation of ISO 14001 and 45001 management systems.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Partner with site leadership to establish safety objectives, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and response planning activities.
• Participate in management of change (MOC) reviews associated with new equipment, chemicals, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain regulatory records, reports, exposure assessment data, and compliance documentation.
• Analyze EHS performance trends and provide recommendations to site leadership.
• Provide EHS leadership and oversight for construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Conduct field audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Support contractor onboarding, safety orientation, and performance evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive industrial hygiene programs to identify and evaluate, and control employee exposure to chemical, physical, biological and ergonomic hazards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Or 7+ years of experience of experience in semiconductor, chemical, or high-tech industrial environments can be used in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in construction, manufacturing, semiconductor, chemical, or high-tech industrial environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, NFPA codes, and relevant safety regulations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and contractor management activities.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems.
• Ability to work in varied environments, including confined spaces and elevated platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor, microelectronics, advanced manufacturing, or cleanroom experience.
• Experience supporting greenfield construction, startup, and commissioning projects.
• Knowledge of toxic gas systems, hazardous chemicals, ventilation systems, and cleanroom environments.
• Experience with occupational health programs and exposure monitoring strategies.
• Experience supporting ISO 14001 and 45001 certification and audits.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• OSHA 30-Hour General/Construction Industry Certification.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and 45001 implementation and audits.
• Background in semiconductor facility safety or cleanroom operations.

Location:

This position will be based at the Peoria, AZ site, working from temporary offices during the construction phase and transitioning to the facility upon the start of factory operations.

Amkor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.