Associate Engineer EHS

Job Title: EHS&S Associate Engineer

Reports To: EHS&S Engineer or Manager

FLSA Job Status: Exempt

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

Implements the Environmental Health and Safety program ensuring compliance with EH&S policies and applicable regulatory standards.

Education/Experience:

• 4 year degree in an EHS related field preferred, other degrees considered with related work experience. In lieu of a degree, job experience will be considered.
• 0-2 years’ experience in the Environmental, Safety or Industrial Hygiene fields required.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong self-motivation and multitasking abilities
• Broad based knowledge of Safety, IH and Environmental programs
• Basic knowledge and understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible to implement the Environmental Health Safety and Security Management program in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations
• Responsible for industrial hygiene monitoring and reporting
• Responsible for Safety Equipment routine checks in designated areas.
• Responsible to provide designated group(s) with necessary support to prevent incidents impacting EH&S.
• Assists in incident investigations as needed.
• Support DE functions and project risk assessments.
• Responsibilities for assisting the waste management functions and assist with shipments, labeling, inspections
• Responsible for completing required audits and inspections as directed.
• Provide EHS training.
• Support activities of the Emergency Response Team and Safety Teams.
• Support HEPA testing activities as needed.
• Support all Security functions.
• Support any other EHS&S job duties.

Reporting Relationships:

Travel:

• Domestic and International travel between 0-10%

Estimated Salary Range:

• $55,000-65,000 yearly

US Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

First Solar is leading the world’s sustainable energy future.

We are an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our cost-advantaged solar technology boasts the smallest carbon footprint, lowest life cycle water use, and fastest energy payback in the industry. We are delivering solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, energy security, water scarcity, and the unsustainable growing consumption of natural resources.

At First Solar, you will feel valued, appreciated and challenged, working side-by-side with some of the top minds in the industry. You will be regularly updated on the company’s goals, progress and achievements. First Solar maintains a culture where all associates work together to lead the world’s sustainable energy future. We believe in employee engagement, collaboration, well-being and productivity for all generations and emerging work styles. We’re changing the world. Now, let us start with yours.

First Solar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer .

First Solar’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by application country, federal, state or local laws; the company prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is also First Solar’s policy to comply with all applicable country, federal, state, or local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Each question should be answered fully and accurately. No action can be taken on this application until all questions have been answered.