Sr. Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) Engineer

About the role

The Senior EHSS Engineer will manage health, safety, and environmental compliance, develop and lead safety improvement plans, conduct root cause analyses, and support compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage health, safety, and environmental compliance, including permitting, reporting, inspections, and monitoring KPIs and behavioral patterns.
• Maintain EHSS policies, train staff, conduct audits, ensure corrective actions are implemented, and drive ongoing improvements in EHSS programs.
• Conduct root cause analysis, identify corrective and preventative actions, and track them through to full completion.
• Support compliance programs and regulatory interactions, and maintain visibility into emerging regulatory issues or changes.
• Develop metrics, prepare data and analytics reports, conduct research using primary sources, and advise managers on performance trends and areas of need.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual with strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to revamp the company safety program and influence the entire organization to lead & implement it.
• Bachelor’s degree required in health & safety, environmental, engineering, or technical field with seven or more years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree in relevant field a plus.
• Strong critical thinking skills, ethical drive, and desire to support best in class EHSS.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), demonstrated knowledge of computer skills, professional attitude, and ability to interact and work successfully in a team-oriented environment.
• Successful development and implementation of prior safety improvement programs.
• A proven ability to lead, motivate, and positively influence at all levels throughout organizations.
• Experience with permitting procedures, auditing, and root cause analysis preferred.
• Experience with OSHA and Industrial Hygiene required; familiarity with environmental regulations a plus.
• Competencies and ability to be promoted to EHSS Manager or serve as fill-in as necessary.
• Industrial Class K Wastewater License and Certified Landfill Operator license, or the ability to obtain such licenses, are a plus but not required.

Company

Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois’ Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach. For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education. It's an exciting time to join the Carus team.