Job Title: Environmental Engineer

About Us:

ES Foundry Corp is a U.S.-based solar manufacturing company helping strengthen America’s clean energy supply chain by producing high-quality photovoltaic solar cells at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Greenwood, South Carolina. Our work supports domestic energy production, U.S. manufacturing growth, and the continued expansion of renewable energy solutions for customers across the solar industry.

Joining ES Foundry means becoming part of a growing team with a meaningful mission and long-term career potential. Employees have the opportunity to learn from experienced industry leaders, contribute to advanced manufacturing operations, and help build products that support a more reliable and sustainable energy future. We are committed to fostering a workplace grounded in Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

About the role:

As an EHS Engineer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the Environmental Health and Safety site performance. This role requires an individual who possesses EHS regulatory knowledge, technical expertise, continuous improvement, and a leadership mindset.  This individual should be solution-based, enjoy technical hands-on work, can work with diverse cross-functional teams, and collaborate with site technical, operations and maintenance personnel concerning EHS related issues.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement strong EHS improvement strategies to achieve regulatory requirements, advance the sites procedure development and drive a reduction of EHS related risk.
Review EHS regulations to determine applicability and strategic path forward, including development and modification of programs, projects, and documentation.
In partnership with stakeholders, identify the key EHS risk for the site and develop a multi-functional plan to drive resolution through employee engagement.
Responsible for the development, implementation and improvement of the Greenwood site EHS programs, to ensure compliance.
Serves as a liaison between EHS and operations/maintenance to provide EHS support and advice. This will include developing and delivering EHS training, assisting in incident investigations, and implementing EHS improvements.
Develops and initiates site EHS initiatives to ensure meeting established Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP).
Coordinates and provides general support to site security activities including developing and implementing site security programs and systems, and monitoring site security issues and problems.
Develop short and long-term strategies to achieve an injury/incident free workplace.
Drives site's continued development of the EHS process, including regular coaching and engagement of front-line supervision, leadership, and hourly personnel.
Coordinate contractor and new hire safety programs.
Assists in incident investigations and root cause determinations.
Assist in auditing the pre-startup safety reviews and the MOC process.

Responsible for managing assigned elements of the site’s ESSH work processes, ensuring compliance with all associated regulations.
Develop, implement, and track leading and lagging measures of Environmental performance for the site.
Ensure environmental input is provided for all management of change (MOC) requests within the facility, while driving site-wide risk mitigation for all environmental risk on-site.
Ensure the site’s RCRA and waste regulatory requirements are completed in a timely manner. Assist in all other areas of Environmental as needed (Title V, Tier II, SARA, etc.)
Assist in maintaining environmental compliance with all current Federal, State, and local standards and understand future possible regulatory changes in OSHA, EPA and DHEC.

Minimum Education and Experience:

B. S. Engineering or Occupational Health & Safety / Environmental. 
5 - 8 years of experience in occupational health, safety and environmental.
3+ years EHS experience in a manufacturing operation, preferably chemical manufacturing.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other certifications are desired.
Prior experience in and the demonstrated ability to lead teams in Emergency Response situations are highly desired.

Desired Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to provide timely and effective communications to all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to use influencing skills to accomplish goals and objectives.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple / varied tasks efficiently.
Ability to effectively lead investigation teams and bring resolution to incidents.
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, databases, PowerPoint).

Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 lbs., up to 10% of the work time.

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
Opportunities to grow with a rapidly expanding U.S.-based solar manufacturing company.
Supportive team environment focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

ES Foundry Corp, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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