Safety Engineer

About the role

The Safety Engineer will assist the Qcells plant in developing and managing safety programs, foster a zero‑harm safety culture, and contribute to the new plant design, construction, and startup in Cartersville, GA. The role includes leading Process Hazard Analyses, managing chemical inventories, participating in Management of Change reviews, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting incident investigations, delivering safety training, managing contractor safety, maintaining documentation, and supporting ISO 45001 certification.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Standards Monitoring

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor OSHA regulatory updates and integrate changes into EHS programs, policies, procedures, and training.
• Respond to regulatory requests, inspections, and enforcement actions, and coordinate necessary corrective actions.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and implement appropriate engineering or administrative controls.
• Perform regular workplace inspections to identify hazards and ensure timely corrective action.
• Identify and resolve health and safety noncompliance issues in collaboration with relevant teams or departments.

Incident Management & Reporting

• Lead incident and near‑miss investigations, including root cause analysis and development of corrective/preventive actions.
• Create and distribute safety alerts and track closure of action items.
• Maintain OSHA 300/300A logs and prepare internal and external safety reports as required.

Training & Safety Culture

• Develop and deliver OSHA‑compliant safety training programs (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, PPE, Emergency Response).
• Conduct toolbox talks, emergency drills, and safety awareness sessions to promote a proactive safety culture.

Contractor Safety Management

• Evaluate and audit contractor safety programs to ensure alignment with OSHA and site‑specific requirements.
• Provide feedback on deficiencies and communicate findings to drive continuous improvement and future contract consideration.

Chemical Safety & Hazard Communication

• Maintain chemical inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
• Ensure proper labeling, handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable laws.

Recordkeeping & Documentation

• Maintain accurate safety documentation including OSHA logs, regulatory submissions, and internal records.
• Manage and update documentation for safety programs requiring periodic tracking.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly internal safety reports and support external audit documentation.

ISO 45001 & EHS Management Systems

• Lead and support activities to maintain ISO 45001 certification in coordination with each team and ISO representatives.
• Integrate continuous improvement initiatives within the EHS management system and align with both internal standards and OSHA best practices.
• Act as liaison for insurance carrier inspections and ensure follow‑up on findings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications