Engineer, Global Environment Health & Safety

Gemological Institute of America•Carlsbad, CA

About The Position

Promote an Employee-Driven Safety Culture (40%) Conduct regular safety inspections and hazard assessments at assigned sites. Assist with product safety reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory certifications. Deliver safety training sessions on topics such as ergonomics, PPE, and emergency response. Assists in supporting international sites and site EHS Representatives. Ensure Regulatory Compliance (30%) Conduct regular safety inspections and hazard assessments at assigned sites. Support development of job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work procedures. Investigate incidents and support root cause analysis and corrective actions. Assist with product safety reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory certifications. Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure machine designs meet applicable safety standards. Hazardous waste management, including collection, labeling, storage and disposal. Collect and Report Safety Data (20%) · Conduct regular safety inspections and hazard assessments at assigned sites. Maintain accurate records for training, audits, and compliance reporting. Other duties as assigned (10%)

Requirements

Knowledge of OSHA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, CE marking, UL, ANSI, and equivalent international standards.
Familiarity with EHS software, dashboards, and KPIs for trend analysis and compliance tracking.
Experience conducting internal audits and coordinating third-party certification processes.
Ability and experience delivering engaging safety training and awareness campaigns.
Perform all duties with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
Comfort working in a dynamic environment; problem solving while balancing safety, operational efficiency, and compliance priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, occupational health & safety, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
2-4+ years of EHS experience; multi-site or international scope a plus.
Demonstrated knowledge of EHS regulations and standards.
Strong communication and influencing skills.
Ability to Travel (up to 10%)

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CPEA, ISO Lead Auditor) a plus.
Familiarity with MS Office Suite preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular safety inspections and hazard assessments at assigned sites.
Assist with product safety reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory certifications.
Deliver safety training sessions on topics such as ergonomics, PPE, and emergency response.
Assists in supporting international sites and site EHS Representatives.
Support development of job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work procedures.
Investigate incidents and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure machine designs meet applicable safety standards.
Hazardous waste management, including collection, labeling, storage and disposal.
Maintain accurate records for training, audits, and compliance reporting.
Other duties as assigned