Consulting Senior Associate, Environmental Health and Safety; EHS San Fran Bay Area, CA

Overview

Kickstart Your Career in Health & Safety Consulting! Are you ready to make an impact in the world of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)? Join ERM—the largest dedicated team of EHS professionals globally—and help leading companies in tech, biotech, manufacturing, power, chemical, and oil & gas tackle their most critical safety challenges.

Deliver hands‑on support to clients, helping them implement effective EHS programs and strategies. Conduct safety risk assessments, inspections, and observations to protect personnel and the environment. Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Collaborate with global teams to design innovative solutions for hazards, chemical management, industrial hygiene, and more. Build strong client relationships and become a trusted extension of their EHS team.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, engineering, or related science OR equivalent work experience (2 years of work experience = 1 year of education).
• 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Ability to travel across San Francisco Bay Area, San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Mateo areas.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal EHS regulations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or in cross‑functional teams.
• Driver's License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Preferred:
  Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc. Knowledge of California‑specific EHS regulations and best practices.
• Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Deliver hands‑on support to clients, helping them implement effective EHS programs and strategies.
• Conduct safety risk assessments, inspections, and observations to protect personnel and the environment.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with global teams to design innovative solutions for hazards, chemical management, industrial hygiene, and more.
• Build strong client relationships and become a trusted extension of their EHS team.
• Perform audits, assessments, and safety process improvements in areas such as Behavior-Based Safety, Chemical & Lab Safety, Electrical Safety / NFPA 70E, Industrial Hygiene, Robotics Safety, Process Hazard Assessments, LOTO.
• Assist in developing and implementing programs for Haz Comm, IIPP, PSM, and more.
• Assist in managing projects to meet scope, budget, and schedule targets.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams to deliver high‑quality results.

Annual base pay range: $71,811 – $90,422 (USD). Pay depends on education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. Eligibility for bonus pay may vary. Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.