Eng EHS III

Axcelis Technologies•Beverly, MA

17h

About The Position

The Senior EHS Engineer is responsible for leading the development and implementation of advanced risk management processes across manufacturing, engineering, R&D, logistics, and field service operations. This position serves as the technical expert for hazard identification, risk assessment, machine safety, electrical safety, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and integration of safety requirements into operational procedures. The role will partner closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Field Service, RD&E, and Operations leadership to ensure hazards are identified and controlled throughout the equipment lifecycle. The position requires the ability to understand and analyze complex equipment build instructions, maintenance procedures, service documentation, and operating practices to develop practical and effective risk controls. This position is a critical component of the company's strategy to transition from a compliance-focused EHS program to a proactive operational risk management system.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Technology, or related technical discipline.
7+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, engineering, industrial equipment, semiconductor, automation, machinery, or similarly complex technical environments.
Experience conducting formal risk assessments and hazard analyses.
Experience supporting machinery, manufacturing operations, technical service organizations, or engineering functions.
Experience with safety program development and implementation.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Ability to understand mechanical systems.
Ability to review electrical schematics.
Ability to analyze equipment build instructions.
Ability to review maintenance procedures.
Ability to understand equipment installation and service processes.
Ability to work effectively with engineering and technical teams.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE)
Experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing or capital equipment industries
Experience with Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), or similar risk methodologies

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise risk assessment programs.
Conduct and facilitate risk assessments across manufacturing, logistics, engineering, demonstration, and field service operations.
Maintain and expand risk assessment coverage for existing work areas and newly identified operational activities.
Prioritize risk reduction efforts based on severity, frequency, and exposure.
Develop standardized risk assessment methodologies and tools.
Review and analyze manufacturing instructions, maintenance procedures, installation procedures, and service documentation.
Identify hazards and required controls associated with specific tasks and equipment.
Integrate risk assessment findings directly into operating procedures and work instructions.
Ensure procedures clearly communicate hazard controls, safe work practices, PPE requirements, and energy control requirements.
Support integration of risk assessment information into operational systems and digital work platforms.
Provide technical leadership for: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Electrical Safety, Machine Guarding, Material Handling, Chemical Safety, Equipment Commissioning and Startup Safety, Contractor Safety, Preventive Maintenance Safety Programs.
Develop EHS performance metrics related to risk reduction activities.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through risk management.
Benchmark industry best practices and emerging technologies.
Lead and support strategic EHS improvement projects.