Semiconductor EHS Coordinator, Texas Institute for Electronics

University of Texas at Austin

314d • $79,300

About The Position

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent.
• At least four years of Environmental Health and Safety experience.
• Knowledgeable in federal, state, and local regulations.
• Must have the ability to work independently and have excellent interpersonal communication and written skills.
• Dependable, stable under pressure, and can easily adapt to change.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 5 years of Semiconductor Manufacturing EHS experience.
• CSP, CIH, CHMM, CPE, HAZWOPR, and OHST certifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall development, coordination and implementation of environmental, occupational health and safety programs, policies and procedures for the Texas Institute for Electronics to assure compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and institutional policies.
• Champions workplace safety and provide leadership through communication, education and actions.
• Conducts EHS training and authorization of chemical safety protocols, respiratory protection, fall protection, control of hazardous energies (LOTO), confined space entry, alarm management, and others as appropriate in a semiconductor facility.
• Performs industrial hygiene evaluations, occupational and general safety audits to ensure a safe environment, to ensure compliance with safety standards, and to prevent potential hazards.
• Researches and applies regulatory and industry safety codes, such as OSHA, NFPA, NEC, SEMI, and ANSI.
• Investigates and evaluates new safety equipment for appropriateness.
• Investigates and reports safety incidents and near misses.
• Develops, implements and reports on incident investigation, cause mapping, data analysis, metrics, recurrence prevention programs, procedures and emergency plans, corrective actions.
• Provides audit review guidance.
• Represents TIE in cross-functional teams that develop plans, programs, policies, standard operating procedures.
• Cultivates relationships that drive implementation of safety systems and improvements that promote safe work habits.
• Attends UT EHS meetings, representing TIE.
• Reviews and updates TIE EHS policies, procedures, and best-known methods (BKMs).
• Supports the development of engineering and administrative controls to mitigate EHS risks.
• Leads site safety meetings and manages closure of related action items.
• Provides safety coaching to employees and leadership that align with regional safety activities and initiatives.
• Creates and maintains Emergency Response Team and equipment.
• Reviews registrations and documents for regulatory and safety compliance, such as wastewater SMR or TCEQ Tier II reporting.
• Manages system safety requirements for new installations and upgrades.
• Manages and signs off on chemical introduction into the facility.
• Develops, implements, and maintains ergonomic program management.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree