Sustainability & Safety Engineer: Safer, Greener Ops

Trellis Group; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainability-focused engineering firm in Wisconsin seeks a Sustainability and Safety Engineer to lead sustainability initiatives and enhance workplace safety. This role combines hands-on shop floor engagement with a data-driven strategy to reduce environmental impact. Responsibilities include developing initiatives for energy and waste reduction, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading safety training. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards. The position offers a chance to contribute significantly to a greener, safer future.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001/45001 standards.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to spot trends and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication skills and a hands-on, shop-floor-first mindset.
• Preferred certifications include CHMM, LEED Green Associate, or sustainability reporting experience.
• Experience with Scope 2 & 3 emissions, CSRD, and CO₂ reduction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives focused on energy, waste, water, and carbon reduction.
• Track/analyze sustainability metrics to measure progress and identify opportunities.
• Support ISO 14001 certification and compliance across the site.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to design greener processes.
• Integrate safety & sustainability into new projects & equipment installations.
• Deliver and improve safety training for employees and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments and ergonomic evaluations to reduce hazards.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA standards

Experience in manufacturing environments

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

CHMM, LEED Green Associate

Lean/Six Sigma

Experience with Scope 2 & 3 emissions

CO₂ reduction projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental, chemical, or industrial engineering

Job description

A sustainability-focused engineering firm in Wisconsin seeks a Sustainability and Safety Engineer to lead sustainability initiatives and enhance workplace safety. This role combines hands-on shop floor engagement with a data-driven strategy to reduce environmental impact. Responsibilities include developing initiatives for energy and waste reduction, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading safety training. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards. The position offers a chance to contribute significantly to a greener, safer future.