Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant (Field Based)

ERM is hiring a motivated hands-on Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant to join our growing Performance & Assurance technical team in Sunnyvale, California.  This position is expected to involve working a minimum of 3 days on-site.  This is a fixed-term, full-time role (40 hours a week) through December 31, 2025, and the possibility of renewal.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing and supporting implementation of Cal/OSHA requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis/ Risk Assessments, Emergency Response Plans, Behavioral Safety Programs and Contractor Safety Management.  Candidates should also have familiarity with research laboratory safety requirements, waste management (hazardous, non-hazardous, universal/ electronic), environmental reporting (HMBPs), and chemical safety requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:



* Perform compliance audits to assess client compliance with applicable health and safety or environmental regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.



* Support our clients’ desire to improve safety performance by providing training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.



* Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings.



* Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance and EHS management system projects on a range of areas such as R&D laboratory safety, chemical safety, machine guarding, laser safety, robotics safety, hazardous materials use/storage/waste, EHS auditing.



* Develop and implement EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.



* Manage tasks within the assigned scope/budget/schedule and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.



* Build client relationships and nurture repeat business by continuously striving to exceed their expectations.



* Support ERM Partners and Project Managers to effectively manage and deliver projects.



* Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.

REQUIREMENTS:



* BS in engineering, environmental science, occupational health and safety, or related discipline preferred.



* At least 2 years of applicable experience providing EHS support with an emphasis on health and safety.



* Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.



* Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and being able to re-prioritize tasks as-needed.



* Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Pay Transparency: 

For the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $76,000– $97,400, $36.54/hr - $46.82/hr USD, limited-term, non-exempt.  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifica...