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How much do environmental health safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental health safety engineer in the United States is $85,964.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Health Safety Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Health Safety (EHS) Engineer, you need a strong background in engineering, environmental science, and occupational health, often supported by a relevant bachelor's degree and knowledge of regulatory standards. Familiarity with tools such as OSHA compliance software, incident reporting systems, and certifications like Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is typical. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for identifying risks and promoting a culture of safety. These competencies are crucial for ensuring workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and the prevention of environmental and occupational hazards.

What is the difference between Environmental Health Safety Engineer vs Environmental Health and Safety Specialist?

AspectEnvironmental Health Safety EngineerEnvironmental Health and Safety Specialist
CredentialsBS in safety, environmental science, or engineering; certifications like CSP or CIHSimilar certifications; often holds CSP or CHST
Work EnvironmentDesigning safety systems, conducting risk assessments, working in industrial or manufacturing settingsImplementing safety policies, conducting inspections, training employees
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, energy sectorsSimilar industries, often overlapping roles

Both roles focus on workplace safety and environmental compliance, but the Environmental Health Safety Engineer typically emphasizes designing safety solutions and risk mitigation, while the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist concentrates on policy implementation and employee training. They often work together to ensure a safe work environment.

What does an Environmental Health Safety Engineer do?

An Environmental Health Safety (EHS) Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs and policies that ensure a safe and healthy work environment. They identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with environmental and occupational health regulations. EHS Engineers also investigate accidents, provide safety training, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future incidents. Their work is crucial for protecting employees, the public, and the environment from potential harm.

What are some common challenges faced by Environmental Health Safety Engineers in balancing compliance with operational efficiency?

Environmental Health Safety Engineers often face the challenge of ensuring that safety protocols and environmental regulations are strictly followed without hindering the efficiency of day-to-day operations. They must collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and management teams to implement practical solutions that meet legal requirements while supporting productivity. This requires strong communication skills, proactive problem-solving, and ongoing training to keep everyone informed about best practices and regulatory updates. Balancing these priorities is a key part of the role and offers opportunities to develop both technical and leadership skills.
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Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Calgon Carbon Corporation

Columbus, OH • On-site

$68K - $90K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Calgon Carbon rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company is growing—and so can your career. Be part of a global leader in environmental solutions, where your work directly impacts the quality of air and water around the world.

Position: Environmental Health & Safety Engineer
Location: Columbus Plant – Columbus, OH

Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.

Hours of work: Full-time position with hours Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00 PM - Work outside normal hours is to be expected, must be available outside normal hours as needed


The EH&S Engineer leads Safety at assigned regional facilities for the Columbus Plant. This role is responsible to assure that day-to-day Environmental compliance activities are carried out by plant personnel at Columbus and will assist in the development and implementation of safety programs and initiatives, including but not limited to Process Hazard Analysis, Combustible Dust, Contractor Safety, and Behavior-Based Safety. The EH&S Engineer provides both leadership and tactical support to the Environmental, Health and Safety programs at the Columbus manufacturing location. With strategic guidance from both the central EHS function and local plant manager, this hands-on leadership position will: ensure local legislative compliance, develop and maintain ISO systems, develop an autonomous EHS culture, promote defined Health and Wellness programs, define EHS standard operating procedures, provide EHS training, develop risk identification and reduction awareness and methods, all achieved through participation and employee engagement

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to)

  • Identify and champion impactful initiatives seeking continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental compliance
  • Establish a site high consequence program to manage severe incidents with fatality (SIF) and ensure flawless execution of site life critical programs
  • Gauge and correct the execution of site EHS programs through inspections, audits, SMATs, cold-eye reviews
  • Coach, mentor, and support the development and guidance of line management on EHS topics
  • Oversee the filing of all internal, corporate, and required government reporting relating to regulatory compliance
  • Maintains an EHS compliance calendar, audits compliance system routinely, and ensure compliance gaps are corrective
  • Maintain site required ISO certifications
  • Ensure compliance with site permits and plans (indirect discharge, SPCC, SWPPP, Air)
  • Manage and ensure compliance with the waste management program (hazardous, non-hazardous, and universal)
  • Participates and ensures incident investigations and root cause analysis are completed timely, proper recordkeeping is maintained and effectiveness of corrective actions
  • Become a technical expert on site process technologies
  • Help operations navigate complex regulations and company standards
  • Proactively drive awareness and communicates best practices related to Safety, Health and Environment, promoting an autonomous EHS culture
  • As required, meet with regulatory agencies
  • Partner with other key EHS team members during routine calls
  • Works directly with shop floor employees and local management to understand and resolve safety and environmental concerns or issues
  • Implements programs to eliminate potential hazards in the workplace by working closely with Manufacturing Site Managers, Facilities Engineering, Research and Development and Site Safety Committees
  • Establish both a short term and long term EHS strategy for the site in conjunction with guidance from the Plant Manager and CCC/Chemviron Center of Excellence
  • This EHS strategy shall be monitored as a KPI across the site and the incumbent will establish accountability channels to ensure that all levels of the organization delivers EHS results
  • This individual shall also participate and lead cultural transformation across the site to achieve sustainable results
  • Work closely with the Regional Center of Excellence leaders to verify quality of programs and processes via audit and self-assessment tools


Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college or university is required (Safety, Environmental, Engineering or other technical discipline, or equivalent years of work experience)
  • 5-7 years of Environmental Management experience is required
  • Regulatory and permitting experience is preferred


About Calgon Carbon

At Calgon Carbon, we are scientific innovators with a proud legacy of over 80 years and more than 205 patents to our name. Since pioneering the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, we’ve been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions to meet the world’s evolving air and water purification needs.

Today, our portfolio includes more than 700 direct market applications across a wide range of industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,685 professionals and operates 20 facilities worldwide dedicated to manufacturing, reactivation, innovation, and equipment fabrication. In Europe, we operate under the name Chemviron.

In March 2018, Calgon Carbon became part of the Kuraray Group. Together, we offer complementary products and services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon solutions to customers around the globe.

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran


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