Certified Industrial Hygienist

EFI Global•Houston, TX

10d

About The Position

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global. PRIMARY PURPOSE: To conduct complex investigations and on-site analysis to recognize, eliminate, and control occupational health hazards and diseases using experience and advanced education and training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physical sciences, biological sciences, or engineering with an emphasis on environmental health, industrial hygiene, physiology, toxicology or biology from an accredited college or university preferred.
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
Eight (8) years of related experience in industrial hygiene or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Knowledge of the principles of industrial hygiene and workplace hazards
Knowledge of scientific methods used in health hazard control
Knowledge of state and federal statutes concerning industrial hygiene and air pollution
Skilled in organization and interpretation of field data and in identifying necessary corrections
Ability to organize, assign and coordinate the work of others
Ability to set priorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Responsibilities

Conducts complex investigations and on-site analysis to recognize, eliminate, and control occupational health hazards and diseases.
Collects samples of dust, gases, vapors, and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
Investigates adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, and other conditions that may affect occupant health, comfort, or efficiency.
Inspects and evaluates work operations and processes to determine potential contaminate emission sources or related health hazards associated with workplace conditions.
Conducts investigations of working conditions in places of employment for the prevention of occupational disease and industrial health hazards, with specific reference to toxins, noise, or harmful physical agents.
Measures airborne concentrations of dust, gases and mists using air sampling tools and collections devices.
Collects samples of work materials to detect and evaluate occupant exposure to toxic substances.
Determines effectiveness of engineering control methods and makes recommendations regarding location, design, structure, operations, and maintenance of contaminant and physical agent control systems.
Interprets rules and regulations to officials of industry and others.
Consults with management, engineers, and other agencies regarding industrial health problems and solutions.
Examines, for approval, plans and specifications of proposed contaminant and physical agent control.
Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Trains new staff members
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.