EHS Engineer

About the role

Location: Alhambra, CA (primary), with regular support to the City of Industry, CA campus (secondary)

Job Summary

The EHS Engineer is responsible for supporting Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, regulatory compliance, safety training, reporting requirements, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position provides dedicated support for the company's growing safety and environmental compliance needs as operations continue to expand. This role splits time between Semtech's Alhambra, CA campus (primary) and City of Industry, CA campus (secondary) approximately 80% Alhambra / 20% City of Industry - providing consistent EHS support and presence across both locations.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS programs and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors
• Conduct and support internal and external EHS audits and inspections, and track corrective/preventive actions to closure
• Prepare and maintain EHS reporting, recordkeeping, and regulatory documentation, including required filings and permits
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen EHS performance and reduce risk as the organization scales
• Serve as an active participant on the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including participating in ERT training and drills and responding to emergency situations as needed
• Support incident investigation and root cause analysis, and help ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
• Support management of hazardous materials, chemical inventory, and hazardous waste programs in accordance with applicable regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years' experience supporting EHS programs in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, and state/local requirements).
• Strong organizational skills with experience supporting audits, training, and compliance reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and EHS management software/systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to respond to and manage on-site emergencies, including availability to support the Emergency Response Team outside of standard working hours as needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in a semiconductor or high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Experience supporting EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Experience with hazardous materials/waste management, chemical inventory systems, or industrial hygiene monitoring.
• Prior experience serving on an Emergency Response Team, fire brigade, or similar emergency preparedness function.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing/industrial environment, with regular time spent on the production floor.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection following medical clearance and fit testing, as applicable.
• May be exposed to industrial conditions such as noise, chemicals, and moving equipment; must follow all required safety protocols.
• As an active ERT member, may be required to respond to on-site emergencies outside of normal business hours.
• Requires regular travel between the Alhambra, CA (primary) and City of Industry, CA (secondary) campuses to support EHS programs at both locations; a valid driver's license may be required.

Additional information

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Pay and benefits

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $65,000 - $90,000. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee's total compensation package.