Solar & Battery Safety Lead (HSE Specialist)

Fourgen Holdings, Inc.; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with company subsidy

401(k) with match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Continental Energy Solutions is seeking an Area HSE Specialist to provide technical safety and environmental expertise for renewable energy construction projects, including solar and battery storage systems. You will lead on-site safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and support project teams through all construction phases.

Responsibilities include conducting daily site inspections, managing subcontractor safety, and coordinating environmental programs such as SWPPP and SPCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Safety Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety, with at least 3 years leading electrical safety programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, EPA, and NFPA safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of electrical hazards, energized work controls, arc flash protection, and LOTO practices.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Willingness to travel locally approximately 40%, including some overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site safety leadership and oversight for solar and battery storage projects.
• Oversee subcontractor onboarding, safety orientation, and competency verification.
• Ensure environmental compliance including SWPPP, erosion control, hazardous waste management, and spill prevention.
• Lead safety training and orientation for employees and subcontractors.
• Investigate incidents and conduct root cause analyses; drive corrective actions.
• Track safety metrics and contribute to continuous safety improvements.

Skills

Electrical safety leadership

OSHA/NEC/NFPA compliance

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Training and orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Construction Safety Management

Tools

Enablon

Cority

Intelex

Job description

Continental Energy Solutions is seeking an Area HSE Specialist to provide technical safety and environmental expertise for renewable energy construction projects, including solar and battery storage systems. You will lead on-site safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and support project teams through all construction phases.

Responsibilities include conducting daily site inspections, managing subcontractor safety, and coordinating environmental programs such as SWPPP and SPCC.