Environmental Safety and Health Engineer

Leidos
Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA

We are seeking an Environmental Safety and Health (ESH) Engineer who plays a critical role in supporting the organization's ESH compliance and performance by conducting inspections, collecting data, maintaining records, and participating in training and emergency response activities. This position ensures day-to-day environmental, health, and safety tasks are performed in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal standards, fostering a safe and compliant workplace.

Primary Responsibilities :
  • Conduct routine inspections, audits, and safety walk-throughs of facilities, workspaces, and equipment to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
  • Collect and maintain environmental monitoring data, including air quality, water sampling, and noise measurements.
  • Support incident investigations by gathering relevant information, photos, and documentation.
  • Monitor and help enforce the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventory databases, ensuring up-to-date and accurate information.
  • Assist with the planning and delivery of safety training sessions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
  • Participate in the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including proper labeling, storage, and disposal procedures.
  • Maintain accurate ESH records, logs, and documentation, including regulatory reports and compliance data.
  • Support emergency preparedness and response activities, including spill response, evacuation drills, and readiness reviews.

Basic Qualifications
  • TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health, or a related technical field.
  • 4-8 years of relevant experience in occupational safety and health; or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of relevant experience.
  • Solid understanding of occupational safety laws, industrial safety practices, and hazard analysis techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Accident investigations and root cause analysis
    • Risk assessments and hazard identification
    • Safety audits and compliance monitoring
    • Procedure writing and developing technical safety documentation
  • Familiarity with PPE selection and usage, toxicology, and radiation protection principles.
  • Proficiency in conducting and delivering health & safety training and toolbox talks.
  • Strong ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH) and company-specific safety policies.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and ensure safety is integrated into all project phases.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Certification(s) from nationally recognized safety organizations, such as:
    • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
    • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
    • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
    • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
  • Experience in designing safety controls, protective equipment, or engineering out hazards in complex systems or processes.
  • Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance management, including experience managing or responding to federal/state safety inspections.
  • Background in radiation safety, chemical hygiene, or toxic substance handling.
  • Experience supporting product safety, manufacturing, defense, or aerospace programs with strict compliance and safety demands.
  • Working knowledge of safety assurance systems, incident tracking databases, or EHS management software.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:
June 3, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Posted 2025-10-06

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