Safety Engineer

Safety & Environmental Engineer

The Safety & Environmental Engineer provides technical safety and environmental expertise for renewable energy construction projects including solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This role ensures safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection while supporting project teams across all phases of construction. The Safety & Environmental Engineer partners closely with project managers, field leadership, subcontractors, and corporate safety teams to implement safety programs, conduct field oversight, and manage risks that uphold Continental Energy Solutions' high standards for safety performance and environmental stewardship.

• Conduct daily site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and risk control reviews for solar and battery storage installations.
• Verify safe practices around energized electrical work, DC/AC systems, inverters, switch gear, and high-voltage equipment.
• Ensure proper implementation of safety programs including LOTO, arc flash protection, fall protection, confined space entry, trenching and excavation, and hot work.
• Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and site safety huddles.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident response activities.

• Oversee subcontractor onboarding, safety orientation, and competency verification.
• Review and approve subcontractor safety plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and lift plans.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with contract safety requirements, permitting, and PPE standards.
• Escalate safety concerns and coordinate corrective actions with project leadership.

• Implement environmental management programs including stormwater protection (SWPPP), erosion control, hazardous and universal waste management, and spill prevention (SPCC).
• Support compliance related to battery and lithium-ion energy storage systems.
• Conduct environmental inspections and maintain regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate recycling, waste characterization, and disposal documentation.

• Deliver site-specific safety orientations to employees and subcontractors.
• Provide training on electrical safety, LOTO, fall protection, equipment operation, emergency response, and hazard communication.
• Maintain training records and ensure certifications remain current.

• Prepare site safety plans, environmental documentation, permits, and inspection records.
• Support project teams during constructability reviews to integrate safety and environmental requirements.
• Investigate incidents including near misses, injuries, electrical events, environmental spills, and property damage.
• Conduct root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Track safety metrics and contribute to safety reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Safety Management, or related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety, with at least 3 years leading electrical safety programs

Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, NEC, EPA, and NFPA safety regulations and compliance requirements

Strong understanding of electrical hazards, energized work controls, arc flash protection, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices

Experience conducting incident investigations and root-cause analyses

Ability to influence teams and communicate effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, and leadership

Experience working with EHS management systems such as Enablon, Cority, Intelex, or similar platforms

Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems preferred

Ability to maintain clear documentation, regulatory records, and safety metrics

Willingness to travel approximately 40%, including overnight travel

Certifications (Preferred)

Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP)

Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)

Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Associate Safety & Health Manager (ASHM)

Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)

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