Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

About the role

Our client, a leading clean energy technology and power electronics provider, is seeking an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to join their team. This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role. Contract type and duration: Full-time, Permanent. Work location: Scotts Valley, CA. Work Arrangement: Full-time Onsite.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and develop a team of EHS professionals while establishing program strategy and serving as the organization's senior authority on safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Lead the development and implementation of Site-Specific Hazard Mitigation Analyses (SS-HMAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safe work procedures across R&D, NPI, manufacturing, and field service operations
• Direct compliance programs and audits related to electrical safety, machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and equipment safety standards to ensure adherence to regulatory and industry requirements
• Oversee field service safety programs, including activities related to equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, and offsite operations
• Lead emergency preparedness and response initiatives, ensuring effective planning, training, and readiness across operational sites
• Manage environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste handling, chemical inventory management, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) administration, permitting requirements, and regulatory reporting
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and local authorities during inspections, audits, investigations, and compliance reviews
• Develop, implement, and govern EHS training programs to enhance employee awareness, competency, and compliance with applicable safety requirements
• Monitor, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics to senior leadership, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence