Safety Engineer

About this role

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $110,500.00 - $152,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits . 

Position will report to the Director of EHS responsible for operations in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. 

Environmental, Health & Safety Program Management • Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety management systems. • Ensure site programs effectively minimize risks to employees, the environment, and the surrounding community. • Partners with site leaders, engineering teams, facilities personnel, and other stakeholders to integrate EHS requirements into business operations. • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and standards. • Monitor EH&S performance metrics and provide regular reporting to site leadership.

Regulatory Compliance • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, safety, fire, and building code regulations. • Track, interpret, and assess emerging EH&S legislation and regulatory requirements and implement compliance actions as needed. • Serve as a liaison with local, regional, and federal regulatory agencies, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction. • Manage environmental permitting requirements, including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste compliance activities. • Support compliance audits, inspections, recordkeeping, and reporting activities.

Incident Management and Risk Reduction • Lead and oversee environmental, health, and safety incident investigations. • Conduct root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and closed effectively. • Analyze incident data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. • Communicate investigation findings and recommendations to management and affected stakeholders.

Technical EHS Support • Provide leadership and technical guidance for site programs including: • New Chemical Reviews • Hazard Communication • Benchmark Gensuite Environmental, Health & Safety Systems • Management of Change (MoC) • Fire and Building Code Reviews • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Control of Hazardous Energy • Confined Space Program • Powered Industrial Truck Program • Crane and Hoist Safety • Fall Protection and Working at Heights • Accident and Incident Investigation • Tool Installation Design Reviews • Hazardous Waste Determination • Environmental Permitting (Air, Water, and Waste)

Training and Employee Engagement • Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors. • Promote employee engagement and a proactive safety culture through effective communication and collaboration. • Communicate EHS requirements, expectations, and performance results to all levels of the organization.

Site Assessments and Project Support • Conduct routine inspections of laboratories, cleanrooms, office spaces, support infrastructure, and auxiliary equipment areas. • Participate in design reviews and construction projects to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated during planning and implementation. • Support assigned EHS projects and provide timely updates to management regarding progress, risks, and escalations. • Maintain effective communication and coordination across site functions.

Emergency Response • Participate as a member of the site's Emergency Response Team. • Support emergency preparedness programs and respond to emergencies, including occasional after-hours situations when required.

Required Qualifications: • Education • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. • Experience • 5+ years of professional experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within semiconductor, manufacturing, research and development, high-technology, or related industrial environments. • Experience managing EHS compliance programs and regulatory requirements. • Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses. • Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and conducting compliance audits. • Technical Knowledge • Knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste regulations, fire codes, and building code requirements • Experience with environmental permitting programs including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste management. • Understanding of management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and continuous improvement principles. • Experience with Benchmark Gensuite modules for incident management, compliance tracking, and management of change preferred. • Skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Strong project management and organizational skills. • Ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus across multiple functions. • Proficien

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