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POSITION SUMMARY: The EHS Engineer is responsible for managing and overseeing the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the organization to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and promote a safe, sustainable workplace. The incumbent works closely with engineering teams to integrate EHS considerations into designs, processes, and operational activities. The EHS Engineer develops and implements risk management strategies, safety protocols, and environmental sustainability initiatives, ensuring that all activities align with local, state, and federal EHS regulations. Additionally, the incumbent plays a key role in identifying potential hazards, conducting assessments, training and continuously improving safety and environmental performance across the organization.

Principal Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and waste management regulation (RCRA) by staying current on new and changing EHS regulations, best practices and industry standards.
• Lead and support project Risk Assessments (RA), HazOp processes, and ensure actions are incorporated into the design delivery process.
• Support the Pre-Start-Up Safety Review (PSSR) process, ensuring all relevant issues and gaps are addressed.
• Lead the development, implementation, and management of EHS policies, procedures, and programs to meet or exceed regulatory requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate potential hazards in the workplace through safety assessments, inspections, and audits.
• Ensure organizational compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations through regular audits and inspections.
• Monitor local, state, and federal EHS regulations to ensure policies reflect legal and best practice changes and submit regulatory reports as necessary.
• Develop, implement, and deliver EHS training programs for employees.
• Cultivate a strong understanding of daily operations and continuously improve local EHS culture, safety, service, and operational efficiency.
• Performs other non-essential duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state and local EHS regulations.
• Ability to perform risk assessments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in managing projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) - preferred.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 4 - 7 Years of relatable experience in EHS program development, safety management, and implementation.

Pay Range

$95,360.00 - $143,040.00

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About The Company

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score and inclusive culture. Our team positively impacted communities through charitable programs in 2023.