Emerson · 2 days ago
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support their EHS program. This role involves ensuring compliance with OSHA and local regulations, fostering a strong safety culture, and driving accountability across the organization.
ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the implementation of comprehensive EHS programs that follow company, local, national, and international standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ANSI, ISO 45001, ISO 14001), addressing the specific challenges of the power and water industries. Ensure programs are scalable and adaptable across global operations and regional offices
Foster a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices. Facilitate training on safety protocols, risk management, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with global EHS to support initiatives for regional needs and provide effective communication across all operations
Assist in ensuring environmental and safety compliance across all company facilities. Aid in environmental stewardship initiatives, support sustainability programs, and emergency response planning to mitigate risks
Support incident investigations and root cause analyses for workplace events, including near-misses, PSIFs, SIFs, hazard reports, and recordable cases. Assist in ensuring timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions and help maintain accurate documentation for regulatory compliance
Monitor EHS performance metrics to help evaluate program effectiveness, support audits, and identify opportunities for improvement. Promote best practices and encourage continuous improvement in safety management and environmental protection
Support all business needs with regard to enabling Emerson employees to access our customer sites, to include, but not limited to collaborate with business development and contracts teams to review safety related contractual provisions, including drug testing and background screening requirements and to support safety collateral required for proposals. To supervise and oversee drug testing and background screening requirements. Support on-site customer deployments with physical presence as necessary
Coordinate with the Security and Facilities teams to maintain security systems in compliance with company standards and support EHS and security projects related to facility upgrades, relocations, and expansions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience
4+ years of experience in an EHS role, preferably in Engineering or Manufacturing
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant EHS regulations
Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and safety audits
Strong communication and leadership skills
Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
Safety Certification (SMS, OHST, CIT, ASP, CSP, etc.) or OSHA 30 preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally
Proven digital literacy including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) and Outlook
Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making skills are required with the ability to work as a team member
Benefits
A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Profit sharing retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave
Company
Emerson
Emerson is an technology & engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and residential markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lal Karsanbhai
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vidya Ramnath
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-11-11
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