Industrial Scientist

WSP•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

WSP is seeking an Industrial Hygienist for its Jacksonville, Florida or Atlanta, Georgia office. The role provides project management and technical support for industrial hygiene (IH) and environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance work. The Industrial Hygienist manages IH projects from proposals and field work through technical reporting, contributes to EHS audits and program development, and conducts a range of workplace and environmental health assessments. The position also involves client relationship development, business development, regulatory reporting, consulting on facility health and safety needs, and mentoring junior professionals. The role may require travel up to 50% and work schedules that extend beyond a typical workweek to meet project-specific needs. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or eligible to obtain CIH certification within two years of hire.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related discipline.
At least 5–7 years of relevant post-education experience in industrial hygiene or related work.
Experience auditing EHS programs in industrial settings.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, proposal writing, and presentation development.
Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Effective self-leadership, attention to detail, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond a typical workweek.
Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project-specific requirements.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Consulting experience.
Experience conducting industrial hygiene assessments in manufacturing environments.
Working knowledge of EHS/IH digital platforms such as Enablon or Cority.
Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
40-hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) under 29 CFR 1910.120.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Responsibilities

Manage industrial hygiene projects, including preparing proposals, conducting and supervising field work, developing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff.
Participate in EHS audits and EHS program development projects.
Conduct field assignments including industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveys and abatement monitoring, mold inspections and remediation monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, and job hazard assessments.
Prepare technical reports documenting field investigative procedures, data management and interpretation, and graphical and tabular presentation of data.
Develop client relationships and pursue business development opportunities to grow WSP’s national industrial hygiene practice.
Manage and mentor entry-level and experienced junior industrial hygiene professionals, supporting skill development and knowledge transfer.
Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports.
Consult with and assist facilities on health and safety needs.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.