What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Engineer position at Idaho Environmental Coalition?
Work Location: Site/IWTU
Shift Schedule: 4x10’s Wednesday-Saturday
Salary Grade: 15 Salary Range Min $77,635 Mid $99,195 Max $120,755
Position Purpose:
Performs safety and health functions as assigned by management. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Provides industrial safety (IS) support to ICP Projects as assigned. Identifies, interprets, and assists management in the implementation of industrial safety functional requirements at IWTU. Assesses operations and line organizations regarding the adequacy of Industrial Safety program implementation. Implements the safety and health home organization's interpretations of requirements regarding OSHA regulations, DOE Order, consensus standards, and other DOE contract requirements. Serves as a technical expert to management in the development, maintenance, and implementation of Industrial Safety programs at IWTU, and is empowered to make decisions and recommendations with concurrence from management. This position works with a team of industrial safety professionals and industrial hygienists to develop concepts and techniques that provide solutions to complex IS situations. The IS would be involved in a broad range of IS topical areas, including hazardous waste operations requiring the IS to be trained in general industrial and construction safety, as well as environmental remediation. Must be able to work effectively under self-direction, including prioritizing tasks and assignments. Supports Company goals for operational excellence, Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), and Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS). The IS will also provide industrial hygiene technical support under the guidance of an industrial hygienist.
Minimum Qualification Requirements (Education/Experience):
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, science or industrial safety.
Special Requirements/Training:
Must be a Certified Safety Professional or have the ability to obtain that certification.
License(s) or Certification(s) Required:
Must be a Certified Safety Specialist or have the ability to obtain that certification.
Position Responsibilities:
Review/develop Project, task and/or facility-level documents to ensure industrial safety requirements are identified and implemented. Participate in assessments/reviews as assigned. Review and comment on Company industrial safety document.
Attend pre-job briefings; observe activities and work areas during task performance. Address industrial safety concerns and issues with employees. Provide feedback to work processes on observed industrial safety issues.
Identify, analyze and mitigate safety hazards through application of basic industrial safety principles, theories and concepts. Seek input and support of other safety related disciplines as needed. Follow work control processes in MCP-101, MCP-3562 and other company procedures. Participate in planning and review of work activities. Review and approve work control documents. Serve on Hazard Evaluation Groups as assigned.
Monitor and evaluate line management's implementation of industrial safety requirements and programs. Schedule and conduct assessments as needed; discuss findings with line management to determine corrective actions. Support implementation of corrective actions through follow-up assessments as needed. Document and track issues in Company issue management system.
Review new/modified systems, structures and components. Provide industrial safety-related design criteria requirements; review design of new/modified facilities. Attend design/project meetings as needed.
Prepare work status reports as requested. Status accomplishments to objectives or assignments. Meet periodically with management to discuss work performance and activities.
Attend required training, professional development meetings and safety meetings commensurate with position responsibilities.
Analyze data related to accidents and near misses. Assist management and employee safety team members on accident investigation and in determining the root cause in accordance with Company procedures. Assist management in completion of accident documentation. Discuss with the appropriate manager the case management of day-away accidents.
Must apply by 10:00 PM MST, midnight EST, on July 9, 2026.
Effective Monday, May 12, 2025, REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) is required to gain access to all IEC and INL facilities (such as in-person interviews, medical & pre-employment drug screening, and for new employee orientation). If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state department of motor vehicles.
The following is a list of acceptable documents in lieu of the REAL-ID card:
- A temporary driver’s license is not an acceptable form of identification.
- State-issued Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) or Enhanced ID (EID)
- U.S. passport
- U.S. passport card
- DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
- U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents
- Permanent resident card
- Border crossing card
- An acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe, including Enhanced Tribal Cards (ETCs)
- HSPD-12 PIV card
- Foreign government-issued passport
- Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
- U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
- Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)
Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at IEC males born after December 31, 1959, must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to make all employment decisions free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, genetic information, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status or veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that 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 to request accommodation.
Other Information
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Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC is a drug-free workplace
Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC supports a drug-free workplace through pre-employment screening. Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC maintains the work environment is safer and more productive without the presence of illegal drugs and controlled substances in the workplace. Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC considers chemical screening to be a part of the overall program to prevent these substances from entering our workplace. As part of our overall program, it is a requirement that all candidates for hire submit to chemical screening subsequent to an offer of employment. Refusal to submit to chemical screening or confirmation of a positive test will result in denial of consideration for employment.
Salary : $77,635 - $120,755