EHS Engineer

What You’ll Do

As an EHS Engineer, you will lead the development and maintenance of our safety programs, ensuring full compliance with OSHA and local regulations while fostering a strong behavioral safety culture. You will serve as the site Safety Officer and EHS Committee lead, conducting regular audits and risk assessments to proactively mitigate workplace hazards. Additionally, you will partner cross-functionally to support facility expansions and equipment installations through EHS design reviews, lead incident investigations, manage hazardous materials, and deliver comprehensive training programs to maintain a safe, compliant, and collaborative manufacturing environment.

You are a dedicated safety professional who takes pride in creating environments where people can do their best work with minimized risk. You are hands‑on and proactive. You want to understand the intricate details of how our manufacturing systems and equipment operate, because you know that true safety comes from deep, practical knowledge of the risks we face. You are comfortable navigating complex safety and regulatory requirements, but you never lose sight of the fact that your ultimate goal is building a culture where everyone looks out for one another.

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with OSHA and local regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the Safety Officer and lead the EHS Committee, driving cross‑functional involvement and a strong behavioral safety culture.
• Support facility improvements/expansions and equipment installations by conducting EHS design reviews and safety assessments in conjunction with the engineering teams.
• Conduct regular site safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Work closely with Johnson Controls corporate safety group to support company‑wide policies, compliance, and initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to prevent future occurrences.
• Manage hazardous materials handling, storage, and disposal processes, including waste characterization and documentation.
• Deliver EHS training programs to employees and contractors to ensure a strong culture of safety and compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience driving safety in a design and manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead safety training programs and engage employees at all levels.
• Experience with EHS implementations in conjunction with facility build‑outs.

• Experience with safety in design and development of capital equipment.

SALARY RANGE: $85,. This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
• On‑the‑job/cross‑training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law.

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