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Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer

General Matter
Location
Paducah, KY
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Environmental Health & Safety
Salary
$100,000–$170,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Health Physics, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in an occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or EH&S role, preferably within nuclear, chemical, manufacturing, or R&D-intensive environments
  • Working knowledge of applicable regulations and standards, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910, 10 CFR 20, 10 CFR 70, and DOE/NRC EH&S requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to identify occupational health and safety risks and implement effective risk mitigation strategies
  • Experience conducting hazard assessments, audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analyses
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills, including procedure development and compliance reporting
Nice to have
  • Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHP, CHMM, or equivalent
  • Experience supporting radiological operations, nuclear facilities, or pilot-scale process development
  • Experience with hazardous materials management, industrial hygiene monitoring, and emergency preparedness programs
What the job really is

As an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Engineer at General Matter, you will be responsible for developing and implementing EHS programs to manage various hazards associated with advanced enrichment technologies and pilot-scale operations. Your role will involve conducting hazard analyses, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading incident investigations, and fostering a culture of safety within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $100,000–$170,000 annually
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
  • Access to medical, vision & dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • The role involves working in a high-growth environment which may come with challenges
  • The salary range is broad and may vary based on individual qualifications and market conditions
  • The company is focused on nuclear fuel production, which may not appeal to all candidates
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