EHS Engineer

Overview

Nokia is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to support EHS operations across its California manufacturing sites in Sunnyvale and San Jose.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment for employees working in semiconductor manufacturing, development labs, and office settings.

This role requires a strong on-site presence (5 days per week) to support ongoing operations at facilities that run 24/7. Flexibility is essential, as occasional after‑hours response may be required to address urgent EHS matters.

• Manage hazardous waste, including storage, tracking, reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Oversee chemical safety programs (handling, storage, and emergency planning)
• Support and audit the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Monitoring/performing hygiene assessments

• Knowledgeable in both understanding and implementing OSHA/Cal‑OSHA requirements
• Lead and support Emergency Management and Response activities
• Conduct or participate in incident investigations and perform root cause analysis
• Perform routine site safety inspections
• Monitor and control hazardous chemical usage in accordance with safety standards
• Lead and manage onsite Emergency Response Team

• Leading projects and programs to completion
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Ownership/Leadership
• Tolerance for Change
• Relationship building/Teamwork
• Taking initiative;
  Self‑starter
• Written and spoken communication

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 3‑5 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety or a related discipline
• Experience in EHS roles in Telecommunications, semiconductor processing facility or similar operations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and drive safety improvements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to lead initiatives and work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Work collaboratively within a team environment, providing support and acting as a delegate when needed.
• Participate in EHS and business unit meetings, forums, and discussions.
• Prepare and deliver periodic reports on Environmental, Health & Safety performance (both internal and external)