EHS Engineer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

A HSE Engineer to support our Havre de Grace site. Syensqo is on the quest to achieve HSE excellence at our Manufacturing Operations and Research & Innovation site located in Havre de Grace, MD.  This position will apply principles of engineering, environmental compliance, sustainability and safety to guide the Site’s efforts to manage risk and ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace.  The position is responsible for working with all levels of plant personnel. This position reports directly to the HSE Manager.

We can count on you to:

1. Support site specific environmental needs across various media, including, but not limited to stormwater, wastewater, air emissions, waste management, chemical management, environmental due diligence, and carbon accounting.

2. Establish reliable systems for compliance assurance across environmental topic areas.

3. Prepare and/or guide the creation of technical reports and documentation required for regulatory submissions.

4. Perform validations of site permitting and reporting requirements (Tier II, TRI, Biennial waste reporting, Air, etc.) to ensure compliance and comprehensive recordkeeping.

5. Collaborate cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders; including R&I, Operations, HSE, Quality, Legal, and local, state & federal regulators, etc.

6. Develop sustainability initiatives such as energy efficiency programs, resource conservation plans, and climate resilience strategies.

7. Monitor environmental performance of the site through inspections, audits, and continuous improvement programs.

8. Assure maintenance of SDS Program for raw materials and intermediates.

9. Maintain monthly environmental and safety metrics for monthly and annual reports

10. Enforce all environmental, safety, industrial hygiene and loss prevention policies as delineated by chemical group and plant standards.

11. Perform and/or manage safety equipment inspections/checks as needed

12. Perform employee and area exposure monitoring as required

13. Participate and/or lead PHA, JSA, and PSSR’s as needed

14. Assist Process Safety Management Program.

You will bring:

• Bachelors of Science, Engineering or Science

• 3+  years’ experience working in a HSE role in a manufacturing environment

• Certification is a plus

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $98,720 to $123,400 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

• 16, or more weeks, of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.