EH&S Engineer 2
Lam Research
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US, 85085
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- H-1B history
- 46 approvals (FY2023)
About this role
The group you’ll be a part of
The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
The impact you’ll make
The Site EHS professional supports semiconductor equipment move-in, installation, hook-up, ramp, and transition to volume operations. This role leads the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program on site to achieve on-time delivery with zero incidents and zero rework. You will partner closely with Field Service, Installation/Production, supporters/contractors, and the customer’s ISEP/ERC to build and run a robust, compliant on-site EHS system. What you’ll do
Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Field Risk Control Lead/review permits for hot work, working at height, confined space, lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical work (NFPA 70E), lifting/rigging and heavy moves, chemical/toxic/pyrophoric gases, and SIMOPs (simultaneous operations). Conduct daily walkthroughs and JHA/JSA risk assessments; support after-hours/holiday critical tasks on site or remotely as needed. Pre-Task / Pre-Start EHS Design Reviews Review equipment introduction and hook-up scope, including exhaust/abatement, wastewater, chemical and specialty gas systems (e.g., scrubbers, CDA, vacuum). Own On-site Management of Change to prevent design gaps that drive rework, coordinate with customer ISEP/ERC and Lam EHS team. Contractor Management and Site Access Control Verify supplier EHS capability, training, and tool/equipment compliance; reinforce Stop-Work Authority culture and perform routine audits. Incident Notification, Investigation, and Corrective Actions Initiate immediate response, lead root-cause analysis (5-Why), and drive CAPA closure; capture and act on near misses (behavioral and systemic prevention). Training and Culture Deliver new-hire/contractor EHS onboarding, toolbox talks, and focused campaigns (LOTO, NFPA 70E); promote Behavior-Based Safety. Metrics and Governance Define and track leading/lagging indicators through Lam EHS systems that support on-time, zero-rework project KPIs. Audits and Customer Requirements Generate and review site EHS reports on a regular cadence; update site status and present risk‑based solutions/mitigations to the Site Lead and Field Service Managers. Consolidate customer audit outcomes and upcoming activities to proactively address emerging risks. Follow customer 6S and Lam requests to perform Lam internal onsite audit. Prepare for and host customer audits; gather objective evidence. Who we’re looking for
2–6 years of EHS experience, preferably in semiconductor fabs, high-tech construction, or large equipment installation projects. Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR (1910/1926), LOTO, working at height, machinery/rigging, chemicals and specialty gases, NFPA 70E, RCRA hazardous waste, and DOT hazardous materials. Hands-on practice with contractor management, SIMOPs (Simultaneous Operations ) coordination, and PTW (Permit to work) systems. Strong field communication, cross-functional collaboration, emergency response, and problem-solving skills. Open to support 24/7 on-call coverage and travel as needed.
Preferred qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental/ Chemical Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related technical field. Professional certifications: CSP, CIH, CHMM, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR. Familiarity with Arizona/Maricopa requirements (ADOSH, ADEQ, MCAQD) and customer standards. Proven on-site leadership for semiconductor equipment move-in and installation in partnership with Field Service/Engineering/Facilities to eliminate rework. HAZWOPER 40-hour (29 CFR 1910.120) with annual 8-hour refresher. NFPA 70E Electrical Safety training (arc flash and shock risk