Associate Industrial Hygienist

WSP • Lakewood, CO

20h • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Associate Industrial Hygienist to join its Mining Industrial Hygiene practice, based in the Lakewood, Colorado office. The role provides technical support for industrial hygiene and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) projects, including assessment planning, fieldwork, sampling, reporting, and client communication. Projects primarily serve mining clients, but may also involve renewable energy, manufacturing, transportation, industrial and commercial businesses, rail, and local government agencies. Work ranges from long-term projects with established teams to short-term assignments requiring self-direction.

The position involves conducting assessments at industrial facilities and client sites. Approximately 50% of the work is expected to take place at client sites, and out-of-town travel may reach 50% depending on project needs. Fieldwork may require climbing ladders, using stairs, carrying field equipment, working on rough mine-site terrain, and entering facilities with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other typical industrial conditions. The position requires the ability to work independently and with teams, adapt to changing schedules, and communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences.

The successful candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree, 1–3 years of industrial hygiene experience, and proficiency with IH sampling techniques and equipment. U.S. citizenship is required due to client requirements. The expected salary range in Colorado is $60,900–$85,700.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or another related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of experience working as an Industrial Hygienist.
• Proficiency with industrial hygiene sampling techniques and equipment.
• Familiarity with relevant occupational health and safety laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and MSHA environmental laws and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Ability to work on rough mine-site terrain and in industrial facilities with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other typical industrial conditions.
• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Proficiency with business writing, office automation, and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to travel occasionally; out-of-town travel may reach 50% of the time depending on project requirements.
• Successful completion of WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
• U.S. citizenship, required due to client requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in pursuing professional certification or licensure, such as CSP, CIH, PE, CHMM, or equivalent.
• Master's degree in Public Health, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or another related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial hygiene field assignments, including monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveys and abatement monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, and job hazard assessments.
• Assist senior staff with EHS audits and EHS program development.
• Collect and document field data and observations using appropriate personal protective equipment and workspace monitoring equipment.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret field and analytical data from investigations.
• Evaluate findings, make recommendations, and prepare written and verbal reports.
• Prepare data and visualizations, including tables, charts, reports, and illustrations.
• Write technical reports that summarize research, findings, and conclusions, producing complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, field notes, and software.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation or other personal time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level