Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Emerson • Brenham, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer at its manufacturing facility in Brenham, Texas. The role leads environmental, health, and safety programs to support a safe, compliant, high-performing workplace. The engineer develops and implements technical EHS solutions, drives continuous improvement, ensures compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements, and works with operations, engineering, and maintenance to reduce risk and strengthen a proactive safety culture.

The position leads safety projects from risk assessment and design through installation, training, and verification; implements engineering controls; reviews risks associated with equipment, processes, layouts, and chemicals; and conducts shop-floor assessments while following corrective actions through completion. It also maintains regulatory compliance and environmental permits, reporting, records, and inspections; manages chemical inventories and waste practices; and supports energy, emissions, and waste-reduction initiatives.

The engineer manages EHS programs and emergency preparedness, coordinates monitoring and incident investigations, delivers training, leads audits and contractor safety activities, reports metrics, maintains electronic records, and shares best practices. The role partners with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other functions to implement sustainable improvements and engage employees in safety.

The work involves both office and manufacturing settings, with PPE, regular walking and standing, occasional bending or kneeling, and lifting requirements. Occasional travel to training or other Emerson locations is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Safety Management, Environmental Science, Health, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, Texas, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and technical safety improvement projects.
• Strong communication, training, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic EHS management systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship will not be provided.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, OHST, CHMM, or CIH.
• Experience with machine safety, industrial hygiene, environmental permitting, or capital improvement projects.
• Ability to interpret equipment drawings, engineering specifications, and process information.
• Experience supporting environmental sustainability, energy conservation, emissions reduction, or waste minimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety projects from risk assessment and design through installation, training, and verification.
• Implement engineering controls for machine guarding, hazardous energy, ventilation, ergonomics, and material handling.
• Review risks and controls for new or modified equipment, processes, layouts, and chemicals before purchase or startup.
• Conduct shop-floor walkthroughs, job hazard analyses, equipment reviews, and ergonomic assessments; track corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, local regulations, and Emerson EHS requirements.
• Manage applicable permits, reporting, records, and inspections for air, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous and industrial waste, and related compliance areas.
• Maintain chemical inventories, safety data sheet access, safe storage, and waste-handling practices.
• Lead energy conservation, emissions reduction, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Manage programs for lockout/tagout, PPE, hazard communication, hearing conservation, fall protection, and other site hazards.
• Conduct or coordinate noise and air monitoring, maintain calibrated equipment, and implement exposure controls.
• Collaborate on incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, required reporting, and corrective actions.
• Maintain emergency plans, coordinate drills, and ensure fire protection and response equipment are inspected and ready.
• Deliver EHS orientation and training, maintain training records, and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Lead audits and contractor safety activities, including onboarding, work permits, and worksite monitoring.
• Report EHS metrics, maintain electronic records, and share learnings and best practices with regional and global teams.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other functions to implement sustainable improvements and engage employees in safety.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans, dental coverage, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.
• Career development through mentorship, training, leadership opportunities, and employee development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level