Engineer- EHS I USA

First Solar (US)

65d • $61,000 - $87,000

About The Position

The work location for this position is to be determined and will be communicated at the time of offer. Candidates must be willing to relocate to any First Solar location. Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable. First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in an EHS related field preferred, other degrees considered with direct EHS work experience.
• 5 years’ experience in the Environmental, Safety or Industrial Hygiene fields required.
• Proven EH&S skills in an industrial setting.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of internal quality audit procedures (ISO and OHSAS).
• Proven communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of EH&S regulations, standards and procedures.
• Familiarity with industrial hygiene fundamentals including air sampling and HEPA systems.
• EH&S project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements the Environmental Health and Safety program ensuring compliance with EH&S and applicable regulatory standards.
• Responsible to implement the EH&S Management program in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations and ISO/OHSAS standards.
• Responsible to provide customers with necessary support to prevent incidents impacting EH & S.
• Oversees the development, management and implementation of a variety of EH&S programs to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies including OSHA and EPA.
• Maintains EH & S Control Procedures and records per regulations and ISO/OHSAS Standards.
• Assists and oversees all EH&S Related training of personnel.
• Defines and implements corrective/preventive actions and continuous improvement activities as directed.
• Interfaces with other department personnel.
• Responsible for effective communications levels and fosters team building.
• Performs other assignments as required.
• Takes lead role in training all new personnel hired into First Solar from Safety Programs and activities.
• Provide EH&S leadership & support to Development Engineering including ensuring that EH&S principles are integrated into the design of equipment and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees