Sr. EHS & Sustainability Engineer, Level 1

Saint-Gobain Group; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Group in Northborough, MA is seeking a Sr. EHS & Sustainability Engineer to advance EHS, sustainability, and 5S across Innovation North America and R&D sites. This onsite role reports to the Strategic EHS&S Manager and collaborates with cross-functional teams and external partners.

You will implement compliant EHS programs, drive sustainability metrics, and lead continuous improvement initiatives in a lab/R&D context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years experience or master's with 3+ years in EHS or related field.
• Broad EHS experience in lab or R&D environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA and other EHS requirements.
• Strong project management, organization, and contractor coordination.
• Ability to influence across functions and drive adoption of new practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, communicate, and monitor EHS policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead risk assessments, safety audits, incident investigations, and EHS training initiatives.
• Design and manage sustainability programs; track energy, water, waste, and environmental impact reductions.
• Champion 5S and continuous improvement through audits and employee engagement.
• Serve as SME for EHS, sustainability, and 5S; back up Laser and Radiation Safety Officers.
• Collaborate with R&D, contractors, regulators, and global networks to share best practices.

Skills

EHS management

Sustainability programs

5S

Project management

Regulatory compliance (OSHA/EPA)

Training & awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Sr. EHS & Sustainability Engineer, Level 1

Advance EHS, sustainability, and 5S strategies while strengthening a proactive culture across Innovation North America and associated R&D sites.

Based in Northborough, MA and reporting to the Strategic EHS&S Manager, this onsite, hands-on individual contributor works with R&D teams, the broader North American and global EHS&S network, and external contractors to implement effective programs and share best practices.

What you will do

• Develop, deploy, and monitor EHS policies and procedures that support compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and company standards.
• Guide risk assessments, safety audits, incident investigations, contractor activities, and EHS training and awareness initiatives.
• Design and manage sustainability programs aligned with corporate goals; track and report energy, water, waste, and environmental-impact reduction initiatives.
• Champion 5S and continuous improvement through audits, training, employee engagement, and improvement projects.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for EHS, sustainability, and 5S, and act as backup Laser Safety Officer and Radiation Safety Officer.
• Collaborate with R&D teams, contractors, regulatory agencies, and regional and global networks to implement best practices and drive change.

Is this job for you ?

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, or master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; engineering, EHS, sustainability, environmental science, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Broad EHS experience in a proactive and rigorous environment, preferably laboratory or R&D, including EHS management, training, and communication.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable EHS requirements, with the ability to interpret and apply requirements in technical or industrial settings.
• Strong project management, organization, recordkeeping, problem-solving, and contractor-coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear verbal, written, and presentation skills; customer focus, accountability, integrity, and reliable follow-through.
• Ability to influence without authority, collaborate across functions, and lead adoption of new behaviors, systems, and methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years supporting 5S or continuous-improvement and sustainability initiatives, including recycling, chemical reuse, responsible materials, circularity, data verification, performance tracking, or improvement projects.
• Knowledge of Scope 1, 2, and 3 levers; experience with energy-reduction or renewable-energy initiatives.
• CSP certification and working knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001.
• Biosafety, laser safety, radiation safety, 5S, ergonomics, event investigation, working-at-height, or hot-work permit training.

Additional Requirements

• Complete RCRA and DOT training within one month.
• Valid driver's license; less than 5% travel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed and work in laboratory, industrial, and field conditions using required PPE.
• This position requires lawful access to export-controlled items.
• All employees must follow Saint-Gobain's Principles of Conduct and Action, Trust, Empowerment & Collaboration culture, safety requirements, assigned compliance training, and investigation requirements.

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $92,000 to $142,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 12% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $103,040 to $159,040. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your familybe wellin all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being.Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental LeaveRetirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP)Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want