EHS Engineer

GE Vernova • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Lead and coordinate occupational safety, health protection, and environmental programs within the production area. Proactively identify hazards and systemic issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive effective corrective and preventive actions. Support COE-led EHS initiatives to achieve site and organizational objectives. Maintain high shop-floor EHS standards by deploying the elements of the EHS Framework and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and GE requirements. Manage EHS projects end-to-end—from planning and risk assessment through execution, verification of effectiveness, and sustainment.

Requirements

• Education: MS/BS in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field; or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: 5 years of proven EHS experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of occupational safety, health, and environmental management. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to influence and engage at all organizational levels. Computer literacy and familiarity with EHS management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• EHS Leadership & Culture Maintain strong shop-floor presence through routine walkthroughs and coaching. Model and reinforce GE Vernova Life-Saving Rules and desired safety behaviors. Drive a culture of safety by engaging employees and leaders at all levels.
• Risk Management & Compliance Develop and maintain risk assessments; implement effective controls. Ensure compliance with EHS standards, including Management of Change (MoC). Keep programs, procedures, and documentation current and aligned with regulations.
• Training & Communication Deliver and document EHS training on safety, environmental, and fire protection topics. Support supervisors with toolbox talks and lead safety meetings and Gemba walks.
• Incident Prevention & Management Investigate incidents and near misses; perform root cause analysis and corrective actions. Manage regulatory reporting and ensure timely closure of actions.
• Audits & Performance Conduct audits and inspections to improve compliance and performance. Prepare EHS reports, metrics, and presentations for leadership review.
• Operational Safety Programs Oversee lifting operations, chemical and waste management, fire safety, and emergency preparedness. Provide EHS oversight for preventive maintenance and safety-critical equipment.
• Projects & Continuous Improvement Support EHS aspects of new installations and commissioning. Lead EHS projects and drive improvements using Lean tools and methodologies.
• Stakeholder & Systems Management Liaise with occupational health services and regulatory authorities. Manage EHS systems (e.g., Gensuite) and maintain accurate records.

Benefits

• The base pay range for this position is $85,500.00 - 142,600.00 USD Annual.
• This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.
• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees