Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer

Novo Nordisk•Durham, NC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a core member of the Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) team and as a subject matter expert (SME), providing direct support to one or more operations areas. Provide guidance and coaching to EHS team members and site operations leadership, with expertise across EHS disciplines suited to education and experience. The role may serve as the site CVP Partner, establish and oversee health and safety programs, and act as backup to the site EHS Lead. The position is based at Novo Nordisk’s Emerging Technologies – Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC, a pharmaceutical tableting and packaging facility supporting production of oral treatments for type 2 diabetes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a relevant field from an accredited university, with at least 7 years of direct safety experience in a complex manufacturing environment; chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is preferred.
Alternatively, an Associate’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university with at least 9 years of direct safety experience in a complex manufacturing environment; chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is preferred.
Alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 11 years of direct safety experience in a complex manufacturing environment; chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is preferred.
Knowledge of requirements and expectations from authorities such as OSHA.
Ability to support a 24/7 operational business.
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and risk assessment tools.
Ability to develop, manage, and achieve action plans through communication and collaboration.
Experience building strong working relationships, leading task and project teams, and managing a changing work environment with changing requirements.
A disciplined, data- and fact-based approach to problem solving that aligns with business goals and values.
Ability to take ownership of individual and team results while modeling company values.
Ability to lead and/or support incident investigations within an area or across multiple departments.
Extensive working knowledge and practical experience with life safety systems, including LOTO, Hot Work, Confined Space, and Line Break, as well as chemical safety.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including moving equipment or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds, routinely operating and inspecting manufacturing equipment, and standing for up to a 12-hour shift.
May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25, color vision, use of latex gloves, work at elevated heights, ladder use, confined-space positioning, work around odorous or hazardous materials, and work in loud or extremely cold environments.
May be required to obtain a motorized vehicle license and operate a motorized vehicle, depending on the role.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional certification such as CSP, GSP, PE, or CIH.
Direct safety experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Demonstrated appreciative feedback style and appreciation of team members and their contributions.

Responsibilities

Own execution of OSHA Process Safety Management regulations and the EPA Risk Management Plan across the site and/or area of responsibility.
Provide expert guidance on chemical hazards, material compatibility, chemical interactions, and suitable safeguards, including PPE and engineering controls.
Consult on engineering designs and provide input on safety features such as materials of construction, relief devices, emergency stops, and inherently safer design.
Lead and coach others in risk assessment methodologies, including Workplace Risk Assessments, What-if, HAZOP, FMEA, and layer of protection analysis (LOPA).
Develop, share knowledge and experience, and manage programs for life safety functions and systems, including work permitting, LOTO, fall protection, confined space entry, safety interlock systems, PPE, and incident investigation.
Lead obtaining and maintaining ISO 45001 certification for the site, consistent with the overall organization.
Prepare in-depth leadership analysis of goals and KPIs, including EHS and PSM goal trends, to drive performance and continuous improvement.
Manage and/or lead complex cross-functional short- and long-term projects and initiatives with stakeholders.
Support EHS functions such as Emergency Response, Fire/Life Safety, and First Aid teams.
Own injury case management within the area of support in collaboration with Occupational Health.
Attend Novo Nordisk network meetings, provide SME input for Site Clayton, and collaborate and share best practices with CVP and SVP partners.
Ensure psychosocial aspects of health and safety are recognized and addressed in collaboration with the People & Organization team.
Provide guidance on the Industrial Hygiene program to ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits and local regulations and Novo Nordisk standards.
Partner with Occupational Health on surveillance monitoring requirements and other Industrial Hygiene contractor relationships.
Follow all safety and environmental requirements while performing duties.
Perform other accountabilities as assigned.