Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Officer

TAP Engineering • Full-time • College Park, Maryland • 3m ago

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Officer
TAP Engineering | Full Time
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph | Experience: 7+ Years | Compensation: $125,000 – $175,000

Position Overview

TAP Engineering is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Officer to support advanced research and engineering initiatives across a range of physical science domains, including quantum computing, advanced computing systems, additive manufacturing, photonics, advanced materials, and microelectronics.

This role supports a research-focused environment where safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship are critical to mission success. The EH&S Officer will serve as the primary point of contact for all environmental health and safety matters, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices while supporting scientific and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison with environmental health and safety stakeholders
Develop and maintain environmental and safety standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Investigate accidents and incidents and ensure proper reporting and documentation
Oversee decontamination procedures and support incident response activities
Identify and address environmental health and safety concerns proactively
Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement remediation plans
Support scientific staff in developing SOPs that incorporate safe practices
Maintain and manage hazardous chemical inventory
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and documentation — including Safety Data Sheets (SDS) — for all materials
Conduct safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
Ensure availability and condition of protective equipment and safety gear
Maintain and distribute safety-related documentation and guidance
Coordinate with emergency services and support emergency response efforts as needed

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
One of the following experience requirements:

11+ years of relevant experience without a degree
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 7+ years of experience
Master’s degree in a related discipline with 5+ years of experience

Strong understanding of environmental health and safety standards and practices
Experience supporting laboratory, research, or technical environments
Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) certification
Experience with hazardous materials handling and compliance
Familiarity with safety regulations and environmental compliance frameworks
Experience conducting safety audits and risk assessments
Demonstrated ability to implement and improve safety programs in technical environments

Benefits Overview

TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the whole employee:

Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays — never use-or-lose
Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
Medical Coverage: Employer-paid medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents
Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses

Clearance Requirement

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph, based on a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI/SBI). Clearance processing and maintenance will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Government requirements.
Factors considered for clearance eligibility include, but are not limited to: