Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Senior Engineer, Environment Health & Safety position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.
The role:
Provide occupational health and safety technical expertise to Edwards Global Supply Chain network with the primary goal of driving results in compliance, standards, injury prevention and data analysis and reporting throughout Edwards manufacturing network.
How you will make an Impact:
Identify and ensure the deployment of Edwards Global EHS Standards.
Analyze and evaluate key metrics including injury and illness rates, energy/waste/water footprint and other leading indicators.
Advise global manufacturing teams on technical matters to ensure compliance with EHS regulations, permits and reporting obligations.
Perform internal audits of assigned sites to identify areas of noncompliance or nonconformance with regulations, EHS Standards or ISO 14001 and 45001 Management Systems
Lead and establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to stakeholders' expectations
Guide global manufacturing plants to achieve ISO 14001 and 45001 Management System certification.
Other duties as assigned by management
What you will need:
Bachelor's Degree minimum of 4 years or
Master's Degree or equivalent minimum of 3 years or
Ph.D. or equivalent in in Engineering, Scientific, or EHS related experience, including either industry or industry/education
Experience in industry and EHS Programs implementation
What else we look for:
Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite
Strong documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
Ability to speak Spanish (or applicable language) preferred
Substantial understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to EHS Engineering
Substantial understanding and knowledge of EPA, OSHA, DOT, ISO local and federal regulations
Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Substantial understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
Maintain current knowledge of global health and safety regulatory requirements and standards to facilitate sharing of best/proven safety practices across sites
Good leadership skills and ability to influence change
Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects
Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.