Milpitas, CA, USA
23 days ago
EHS Program Engineer
Base Pay Range: $102,900.00 - $174,900.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 12,000 employees. In addition to ensuring the workspace and manufacturing facilities operate seamlessly, this group also provides employee and site services, such as cafeteria, transportation, security, and safety. The team is responsible for all construction and site improvement work to enable the business needs as well as align with the financial requirements.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Group/Division

The KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation, and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 15,000 employees.

As part of GWS, KLA’s global environmental, health, and safety (EHS) organization is driven to be a partner to leadership in support of the company’s efforts to achieve its strategic growth, customer and operating objectives and lead KLA to world class EHS performance. Our mission is to lead and enable the business and leverage EHS talents to achieve short and long-term business objectives.  Our primary areas of strategic focus include of reducing risks to our employees, eliminating serious injuries, reducing wastes, integration of EHS management

As the EHS Program Engineer, you will develop into a business partner to help support the business groups’ EHS goals and the path to achieve it, while ensuring corporate EHS goals and legal requirements are being met. You will be responsible for supporting the local EHS functions and other departments with a primary focus on engineering cleanrooms and laboratories. We are looking to bring in motivated and top technical talent to join us on this path!

The person in this role will:

Provide day to day EHS support for our engineering cleanrooms and laboratories and special projects

Coordinate EHS Management of Change Program and provide consultation on new program launches, construction projects and non-routine maintenance

Participates in plan development and implementation, proposal review, hazard identification and risk management with business teams

Conduct Job Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessments and develop hazard control strategies to reduce risk of injury and potential environmental harm

Provide EHS guidance for high hazard operations including laser devices, magnetics, EMF, XRF, UV, and electrical safety

Develop and implement EHS programs, and training

Partner with managers, supervisors, and team leaders in incident investigations, corrective action deployment, and effectiveness evaluations

Participate in campus and project safety committees

Responsible for compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including but not limited to, US EPA, US OSHA, DOT, state environmental and safety regulators, and industry group standards

Support the site level requirements for our ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 programs

Participate on the site Emergency Response programs including first-aid, CPR, spills, fire/evacuation, and other critical programs

Conduct periodic audits related to the EHS management systems, compliance, and company policy/procedure conformance

Be the EHS expert for the teams you support with excellent customer service

Audit your areas for conformance to company and regulatory EHS programs

Obtain and maintain appropriate EHS credentials required to be successful in this position. This includes but not limited to LSO, RSO training, ISO internal auditor training, hazardous materials & hazardous waste management, and DOT

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Level Degree with at least seven (7) years of EHS experience in semiconductor manufacturing, technology, or related industry

Must have three (3) years of relevant experience in a large facility or multiple locations

Experience in California environmental and safety regulations is a must

Ability to work in a multi-functional environment, respecting and engaging others to resolve problems and improve processes

Experience working in a diverse, fast-paced environment

Ability to communicate EHS requirements and risk control concepts to a diverse audience in a succinct and easy to comprehend manner

Excellent project management skills and ability to work to commitments

Laser Safety Officer (LSO) qualification

Experience with EHS Management Systems (ISO 14001 & ISO 45001) preferred

Professional EHS certifications like CSP or CIH are preferred

Must be proficient in MS Office programs

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following:  medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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