Principal EHS Specialist

Westinghouse Electric Company
401(k)
United States, Utah, Ogden
10,000 West 900 South (Show on map)
Oct 21, 2025
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role: As a Principal EHS Specialist, you will work toward developing policies to identify/avoid hazardous conditions within the workplace and external environments; investigate accidents and environmental incidents and partner with engineers, management, and health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence; provide advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to environmental health and safety; maintain relationships with the community, environmental groups, and other partners impacted by the EHS performance of the organization. Responsibilities typically include managing large projects or processes. You will report to the Senior EHS Manager and be located at the Ogden facility. Key Responsibilities: Be a technical lead for EHS issues and opportunities, in areas of industrial safety including machine safety, industrial hygiene, hazard communication, rigging and lifting, Material handling, energy control, fall protection and prevention and electrical safety. Provide subject matter expertise, assistance, and support for Health and Safety issues site wide. Conduct exposure assessments for noise, airborne contaminants, and other occupational hazards. Manage IH monitoring programs (e.g., air sampling, noise dosimetry, ventilation assessments). Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) compliance. Determine scope, assemble, and lead interdisciplinary teams to develop new or improved safety and health standards, documentation, and processes driving the best methods to achieve compliance to Westinghouse's rigorous safety and health expectations. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, related technical degree or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years' experience in a regulatory compliance role. Industrial Hygiene experience working in or managing IH programs (e.g., air sampling, noise dosimetry, ventilation assessments). CSP/CIH or equivalent professional certification(s). Knowledgeable of safety and health regulations and regulatory agency interaction processes. Fulfill responsibilities with a global mindset. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $90,000-$112,500 per year. #LI-Onsite Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer: Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement Paid Vacations and Company Holidays Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service Employee Referral Program Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter \| Facebook \| LinkedIn\| YouTube