Safety Engineer

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

12d • $110,500 - $152,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions, providing essential equipment for semiconductor chips and advanced displays. This role supports the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) management systems to minimize risks to employees, the environment, and the community. The Safety Engineer partners with various site leaders and teams to integrate EHS requirements into business operations, develops EHS policies and procedures, monitors performance metrics, and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations. The position also involves leading incident investigations, providing technical EHS support for various programs, developing and delivering EHS training, conducting site assessments, and participating in emergency response efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within semiconductor, manufacturing, research and development, high-technology, or related industrial environments.
• Experience managing EHS compliance programs and regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and conducting compliance audits.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste regulations, fire codes, and building code requirements.
• Experience with environmental permitting programs including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste management.
• Understanding of management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to communicate effectively through Microsoft Teams, including participation in video meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Benchmark Gensuite modules for incident management, compliance tracking, and management of change preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety management systems.
• Ensure site programs effectively minimize risks to employees, the environment, and the surrounding community.
• Partner with site leaders, engineering teams, facilities personnel, and other stakeholders to integrate EHS requirements into business operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor EH&S performance metrics and provide regular reporting to site leadership.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, safety, fire, and building code regulations.
• Track, interpret, and assess emerging EH&S legislation and regulatory requirements and implement compliance actions as needed.
• Serve as a liaison with local, regional, and federal regulatory agencies, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Manage environmental permitting requirements, including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste compliance activities.
• Support compliance audits, inspections, recordkeeping, and reporting activities.
• Lead and oversee environmental, health, and safety incident investigations.
• Conduct root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and closed effectively.
• Analyze incident data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Communicate investigation findings and recommendations to management and affected stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance for site programs including: New Chemical Reviews, Hazard Communication, Benchmark Gensuite Environmental, Health & Safety Systems, Management of Change (MoC), Fire and Building Code Reviews, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Control of Hazardous Energy, Confined Space Program, Powered Industrial Truck Program, Crane and Hoist Safety, Fall Protection and Working at Heights, Accident and Incident Investigation, Tool Installation Design Reviews, Hazardous Waste Determination, Environmental Permitting (Air, Water, and Waste).
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors.
• Promote employee engagement and a proactive safety culture through effective communication and collaboration.
• Communicate EHS requirements, expectations, and performance results to all levels of the organization.
• Conduct routine inspections of laboratories, cleanrooms, office spaces, support infrastructure, and auxiliary equipment areas.
• Participate in design reviews and construction projects to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated during planning and implementation.
• Support assigned EHS projects and provide timely updates to management regarding progress, risks, and escalations.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination across site functions.
• Participate as a member of the site's Emergency Response Team.
• Support emergency preparedness programs and respond to emergencies, including occasional after-hours situations when required.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program.

What This Job Offers

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