Consulting Senior Associate, Industrial Hygiene (EHS) / San Fran Bay Area
About The Position
Join ERM, the largest dedicated team of EHS professionals globally, as a Consulting Senior Associate, Industrial Hygiene (EHS). This role is based in California, with flexibility to work from Menlo Park, San Jose, Oakland, Santa Clara, or Sunnyvale. You will collaborate with innovative clients in tech, biotech, manufacturing, power, chemical, and oil & gas to tackle critical safety challenges and create sustainable, safe environments. As part of a rapidly growing team, you will solve complex occupational health and safety challenges, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement for dynamic companies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, engineering, or related science OR equivalent work experience (2 years = 1 year education).
- 1+ year of relevant experience.
- Ability to travel across San Jose, Santa Clara and San Mateo areas.
- Strong understanding of local, state, and federal EHS regulations.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or in cross-functional teams.
- Valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle.
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications such as OHST, ASP, GSP, AHMM.
- Knowledge of California-specific EHS regulations and best practices.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on support to clients, helping them implement effective EHS programs and strategies.
- Conduct safety risk assessments, inspections, and observations to protect personnel and the environment.
- Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Collaborate with global teams to design innovative solutions for hazards, chemical management, industrial hygiene, and more.
- Build strong client relationships and become a trusted extension of their EHS team.
- Provide onsite client support to address pressing EHS challenges.
- Perform audits, assessments, and safety process improvements in areas such as: Behavior-Based Safety, Chemical & Lab Safety, Electrical Safety / NFPA 70E, Industrial Hygiene, Robotics Safety, Process Hazard Assessments, LOTO.
- Assist in developing and implementing programs for HazComm, IIPP, PSM, and more.
- Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are in place.
- Assist in managing projects to meet scope, budget, and schedule targets.
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality results.
Benefits
- paid time off
- parental leave
- medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance
- 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
- other applicable benefits to eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
