Industrial Safety & Risk Engineer

We are seeking a proactive Industrial Safety & Risk Engineer to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) frameworks. This role is a vital pillar in our commitment to a "zero-harm" culture, ensuring total compliance with federal and state regulations while mitigating risks during both the active build-out and the long-term operation of our new manufacturing complex.

Based initially at our Tempe and Peoria, AZ sites, you will oversee construction safety management before transitioning to a permanent safety leadership role within our Peoria factory operations.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Strategy & Risk Mitigation

• Hazard Analysis: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and hazard analyses for both heavy construction activities and high-tech manufacturing workflows.

• Compliance Oversight: Ensure the site maintains 100% adherence to OSHA, NFPA, and internal corporate safety standards.

• ISO 45001 Stewardship: Lead the implementation and maintenance of the ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management system, ensuring all documentation is audit-ready.

Field Operations & Auditing

• Site Inspections: Perform rigorous, regular site walkthroughs to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend immediate corrective actions.

• Incident Management: Lead on-site emergency response support and conduct deep-dive incident investigations to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.

• Reporting: Prepare and maintain all EHS-related documentation, including training logs, inspection results, and injury/illness records.

Education & Collaboration

• Safety Training: Design and deliver engaging safety orientations and technical training sessions for a diverse workforce of employees and contractors.

• Cross-Functional Synergy: Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to refine work methods and equipment usage, ensuring safety is integrated into every process.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Professional Experience: 3+ years in EHS compliance or safety engineering, specifically within large-scale construction or high-precision manufacturing environments.

• Regulatory Mastery: Robust knowledge of OSHA standards and NFPA codes.

• Software Proficiency: Experience with MS Office and specialized EHS management software.

Physical & Operational Readiness:

• Field Capability: Ability to climb ladders, work at elevations, navigate confined spaces, and work in varied weather conditions.

• Physical Fitness: Regularly able to lift up to 50 lbs and maintain medical qualification for respirator use.

• Industry Background: Previous experience in cleanroom operations or high-tech facility safety is a significant advantage.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).

• OSHA 30-Hour (General or Construction Industry) certification.

• Experience with ISO 45001 audits.