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Engineer/Principal Engineer Environmental Health & Safety Professional

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Northrop Grumman

Engineer/Principal Engineer Environmental Health & Safety Professional

Buffalo, NY

Requisition ID: R10178005
Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
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Location: Buffalo, New York, United States of America
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Clearance Type: None
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking an EHS Professional to join our Environmental, Health, Safety, and Fire Protection team at the
Buffalo, New York site. The selected applicant will be responsible for successfully implementing certain occupational health and environmental programs and supporting safety programs at Buffalo. The selected applicant will be performing job duties with general direction and supervision and to provide technical solutions to complex problems based on sound industrial hygiene principles with excellent time management and organizational skills. Excellent risk communication and collaboration skills with all level of an organization.

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Key roles and responsibilities include:

Maintains occupational health programs to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation.

* Oversees the following occupational health programs: Lockout/tagout, hazard communication, and non-ionizing radiation (radiofrequency).

* Conducts qualitative and quantitative hazard assessments to include exposure monitoring for physical and chemical agents.

* Creates and updates Job Hazards Analyses.

* Completes industrial and office ergonomic evaluations to reduce risk factors that cause musculoskeletal disorders.

* Develops, implements, and maintains EHS programs for multiple office buildings to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation.

* Conducts internal compliance inspections and identifies actions necessary to meet regulatory requirements.

* Reviews and interprets existing and proposed environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations to determine applicability and impact for sites.

* Partners with engineers, scientists, and management to support the integration of EHS into the design of new or altered processes and operations and building construction projects.

* Works to continuously improve the culture, awareness and accountability of EHS programs.

* Interfaces with regulatory representatives, senior management, and site personnel.

Additional roles and responsibilities may include:

Provides timely and accurate submission of necessary reports to internal stakeholders, electronic databases, and regulatory agencies.

* Writes and updates EHS plans and procedures.

* Applies for new permits and renewals.

* Conducts incident investigations.

* Coordinates EHS training for employees and conducts instructor-led EHS training.

The position can be filled at a Level 2 or 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial hygiene, environmental/occupational health or a related field, or a Master of Science (MS) in the same disciplines with relevant experience; or an Associate's degree and 4 years of relevant experience.

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance

* (U.S. Citizenship required).

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial hygiene, environmental/occupational health or a related field, or a Master of Science (MS) in the same disciplines with 3 years of relevant experience; or an Associate's degree and 7 years of relevant experience.

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance

* (U.S. Citizenship required).

Preferred Qualifications:

BS degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, occupational safety, or related field

* MS degree in an industrial hygiene, environmental health, occupational safety, or a related field, or currently enrolled in an MS degree program.

* Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

* Experience with supporting EHS programs for semiconductor operations.

* Certifications in environmental or safety related programs, for example CHMM.

* Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point programs.

* Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Tableau.

* Experience with chemistry and its application to personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, chemical processes and compatibilities.

* Experience as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).

* Experience in completing industrial hygiene assessments/sampling and assessing the health impact of physical and chemical agents.

* Experience with overseeing third party consultants/contractors.

Salary Range: $73,900 - $110,900
Salary Range 2: $91,200 - $136,800
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Buffalo, NY, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10178005
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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