Job Description:
The Principal Engineer, EH&S will provide process safety technical expertise to Edwards global sites with the primary goal of driving results in compliance and high hazard identification and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate and lead process hazard analyses (PHA), hazard and operability studies (HAZOPs), and Layers of Protection Analyses (LOPA) in order to identify, evaluate and control potential hazards within manufacturing processes.
• Develop and deploy Edwards Global EHS Standards as they relate to process safety management and workplace safety systems, including safety instrumentation and alarm management. Author and update EHS Standards and establish standardized templates and tools to facilitate successful implementation of elements within the EHS Standards.
• Provide subject-matter expertise to global sites and project teams as needed to support the safe design of new processes and facilities.
• Develop and deliver training on hazard identification, risk assessments, root cause and corrective action analysis, and risk mitigation planning.
• Support development of operating and emergency response procedures.
• Partner with Plant Operations Engineering and Facilities teams to ensure that process safety-related documentation for all identified hazards are developed and maintained. This includes reviewing and organizing P&IDs and PFDs as necessary.
• Monitor US site compliance against regulatory obligations, such as the EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) rule and OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) rule.
• Facilitate sharing of best or proven safety practices across global sites
• Other Incidental Duties

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field and 6 years of related experience OR
• Master's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field and 5 years of related experience OR
• Ph.D. or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field and 2 years of experience
• Experience in EHS Programs implementation

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in basic process engineering, PHA, HAZOP, LOPA, and risk assessments
• Knowledge of the operation and unexpected hazards related to various process and utility equipment including compressors, chillers, steam systems, pressurized vessels and lines, etc.
• Knowledge of safety instrumentation and sensors, alarms, interlocks, and system logic
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs and process data sheets (aka mechanical or design data sheets)
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of US EPA and OSHA regulations as they relate to process safety
• Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite
• Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
• Ability to translate complex and technical information to all levels of the organizations
• Ability to speak Spanish (or applicable language)
• Recognized as an expert in own area within the organization while applying broad-based technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to EHS Engineering
• Advanced problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Advanced understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
• Maintain current knowledge of global health and safety regulatory requirements and standards to facilitate sharing of best/proven safety practices across sites
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence change
• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $92,000 to $131,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world’s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 13,000 individuals worldwide.

For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it’s our life’s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.

For United States Applicants Only:
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