SAFETY ENGINEER - SAFETY SCIENTIST - SR. SAFETY SCIENTIST - Safety and Industrial Hygiene
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
Who We Are:
The Safety & Industrial Hygiene group is responsible for ensuring the safety and health of personnel. This is done through assessing the work environment to develop and implement safety practices, monitoring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety awareness. The group is comprised of safety professionals that collaborate together to support the needs of the operating divisions and to create a strong safety culture.
Objectives of this Role:
- Assess workplace hazards and identify risks across a variety of programs and projects, including research and development, operations, and industrial processes.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and prevent future occurrences, while preparing detailed reports of findings.
- Conduct project reviews and evaluations to enhance process safety, workplace safety programs, and compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure the organization achieves compliance with applicable safety, health, and occupational laws and regulations (e.g., OSHA requirements).
- Serve as a resource for employees and management regarding safety-related matters and provide guidance on meeting safety objectives.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions to eliminate or mitigate risks.
- Oversee implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements when required and work with Program Managers to enact PSM best practices in projects that do not meet the PSM thresholds.
- Using a knowledge of chemistry and physics, assess projects to ensure mitigation of hazardous conditions, evaluate chemicals involved in processes to confirm that materials being used are compatible and personnel are protected from any emissions or exposures.
- Assist Incident Investigation teams in investigating and classifying safety incidents, as well as providing support in the development of process tools and action plans to close identified safety gaps.
- Provide Emergency Response support as required.
- Develop and conduct safety training for Institute Staff on safety and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, DOT, etc.).
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental/Industrial/Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Public Health, or related degree with relevant work experience.
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) Associate Safety Professional; BCSP Certified Safety Professional; Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred but not required.
- 2 years: Experience in Hazard Analysis, OSHA compliance, and/or Industrial Hygiene.
- 2 years: Knowledge of chemistry and how it impacts processes and potential personnel exposures.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
About the Company
Southwest Research Institute
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO