Principal Engineer EHS/ Sr Principal Engineer EHS

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Northrop Grumman PGSD is seeking an EHS Engineer to join the Mission Assurance team. The selected applicant will be responsible for successfully implementing all occupational health related programs and supporting environmental and safety programs.

Key roles and responsibilities include: Reviews and interprets existing and proposed environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations to determine applicability and impact for site and its portfolio of programs. Develops, implements, and maintains occupational health programs to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation. Conducts qualitative and quantitative hazard assessments to include exposure monitoring for physical and chemical agents. Completes industrial and office ergonomic evaluations to reduce risk factors that cause musculoskeletal disorders. Oversees the following occupational health programs: asbestos/lead abatement, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, hazard communication, ventilation, non-ionizing radiation (lasers and radiofrequency), and chemical hygiene plans. Conducts audits and identifies actions necessary to meet regulatory requirements. Partners with business leaders to continuously improve the culture, awareness and accountability in support of EHS programs. Interfaces with regulatory representatives, senior management, the EHS Committee, and the Emergency Response, and Crisis Management teams.

Additional roles and responsibilities may include: Supports the site’s environmental, safety, and fire protection programs. Provides timely and accurate submission of necessary reports to the company and regulatory agencies. Writes and updates EHS plans and procedures. Applies for new permits and renewals. Coordinates EHS training for employees and conducts instructor led EHS training.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal EHS Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in industrial hygiene, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, and a minimum of five (5)+ years of experience in the practice of industrial hygiene; or a Master of Science (MS) in the same disciplines with three (3)+ years of experience in the practice of industrial hygiene.
• Experience in completing industrial hygiene assessments and sampling; assessing the health impact of physical and chemical agents; fundamental principles of RF radiation, laser operation and theory, and affects and control of radioactive sources.
• Experience with managing various EHS compliance programs (with a specific emphasis on occupational health) based on the review and interpretation of EHS regulations. 
• Experience with overseeing third party consultants/contractors.
• Ability to perform job duties with general direction and supervision and to provide technical solutions to complex problems based on sound industrial hygiene principles.
• Excellent risk communication and collaboration skills with all levels of an organization are a must.
• Must have a Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship required) with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI.

Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal EHS Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in industrial hygiene, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, and a minimum of nine (9)+ years of experience in the practice of industrial hygiene; or a Master of Science (MS) in the same disciplines with seven (7)+ years of experience in the practice of industrial hygiene.
• Extensive experience in completing industrial hygiene assessments and sampling; assessing the health impact of physical and chemical agents; fundamental principles of RF radiation, laser operation and theory, and affects and control of radioactive sources.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and to develop innovative solutions based on sound industrial hygiene principles.
• Extensive experience with managing various EHS compliance programs (with a specific emphasis on occupational health) based on the review and interpretation of EHS regulations.
• Experience with overseeing third party consultants/contractors.
• Experience partnering with partnering and collaborating with all levels and functions of the organization.
• Ability to perform job duties without appreciable direction and supervision.
• Excellent risk communication and collaboration skills with all levels of an organization are a must.
• Must have a Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship required) with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science (MS) degree in an industrial hygiene, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, or currently enrolled in an MS degree program.
•  Certifications in environmental or safety related programs, for example CIH, CSHM or CSP.
•  Computer based skills specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point programs.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Tableau.
• Experience with MIL-STD-882 and interacting with systems safety engineers.
• Experience with Base safety requirements and supporting EHS programs at Military operations.
• Experience/knowledge of ISO 14001

Salary Range: $90,600 USD - $136,000 USD

Salary Range 2: $112,300 USD - $168,500 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.