Industrial Safety & Risk Engineer

TEEMA

Phoenix, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$160,000
LOCATION
Phoenix, AZ
POSTED
Today

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.

About the Company

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