Environmental, Health, and Safety Engineer

AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. The Environmental Health and Safety Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, execution of, and compliance to all AtriCure environmental and safety programs worldwide, ensuring adherence to various regulations and promoting a safe work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and company requirements
• Partner with site leadership to promote a safe work environment and drive continuous improvement in EHS performance
• Monitor changes in EHS regulations and recommend updates to policies, procedures, and site practices as needed
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable environmental and safety regulations
• Support regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting activities, and maintain required records and documentation
• Conduct routine compliance assessments to identify gaps and implement corrective actions
• Perform risk assessments, hazard analyses, and job safety evaluations for equipment, processes, and work areas
• Identify potential safety and environmental risks and develop mitigation plans to reduce or eliminate exposure
• Partner with operations, engineering, and facilities teams to incorporate EHS considerations into new processes, equipment, and workspace changes
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to determine root cause and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
• Track corrective actions through completion and assess effectiveness of implemented solutions
• Analyze incident and safety trend data to recommend proactive improvements
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs, including onboarding, annual refreshers, and role-specific safety training
• Support employee engagement initiatives such as safety committees, awareness campaigns, and ergonomics programs
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on safe work practices and regulatory expectations
• Conduct routine workplace inspections and EHS audits to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate follow-up actions from inspections, audits, and regulatory findings
• Support contractor safety oversight and ensure vendors comply with applicable site EHS requirements
• Support waste management, recycling, hazardous material handling, and environmental monitoring activities in compliance with applicable regulations
• Maintain documentation related to environmental permits, inspections, waste disposal, and other required records
• Assist in spill prevention, emergency response planning, and environmental incident response activities
• Support development and maintenance of emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and business continuity-related safety practices
• Coordinate drills and training related to fire safety, evacuation, and emergency response readiness
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and recommend improvements to reduce injury risk and improve employee safety and comfort
• Use EHS metrics and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Supervise external contractors
• Create and revise Facilities Utility Drawings and equipment qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related disciplines
• Computer/Data Entry skills
• Communication: Interacting with workers, management, and regulatory agencies
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of engineering principles and safety regulations
• Written/Report writing skills
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Verbal Communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Problem Solving Skills
• Auditing Experience
• Ability to regularly walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs/ladders, and access manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, and facility areas as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work in environments that may include moving equipment, chemicals, noise, odors, and other manufacturing/facility-related conditions
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• 5% travel
• 2 years' experience in safety, environmental, or facility management related field
• Safety Program Development Experience
• Audit experience
• Software Proficiency: Experience with AUTO-CAD software
• Strong Background in Industrial Ergonomics
• Strong Background in Dosimetry Tracking Programs