HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Engineer

Nel Hydrogen • Wallingford, CT

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About The Position

As an HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Engineer at Nel Hydrogen, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental and safety programs that ensure compliance and promote sustainability. You will work closely with employees and leaders at all levels to ensure regulatory compliance, promote sustainability, and strengthen a proactive safety culture.
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a hands‑on role, collaborate cross‑functionally, and help shape Nel’s approach to safety and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field, and/or 3+ years of relevant experience in an HSE role, preferably in industrial, construction, or manufacturing environments
• Familiarization with HSE regulations and management systems (e.g. OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
• Hands‑on experience with risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations
• Environmental regulatory knowledge covering air, water, and solid/hazardous waste requirements
• Demonstrated capability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical site‑level actions
• Proven experience working effectively with operations, technical, and maintenance personnel
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and proactively drive improvements in HSE performance
• Availability for emergency response support when required
• Ability to meet physical job requirements, including lifting and moving materials as needed (from 10 to 50 pounds)
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to train and influence employees at different levels
• Ability to drive behavioral change and strengthen safety culture
• High attention to detail and strong documentation and reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and HSE reporting tools

Responsibilities

• Build HSE capability across the facility by collaborating with employees and leaders at all levels
• Act as a visible on‑site HSE resource, promoting a strong and proactive safety culture
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable environmental regulations
• Prepare, maintain, and submit required HSE and environmental reports and documentation
• Develop and deliver HSE training for employees, contractors, and supervisors
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety observations
• Lead or support investigations of safety and environmental incidents and follow up on corrective actions
• Track HSE metrics and KPIs; provide regular reporting and recommendations for continuous improvement

Benefits

• An opportunity to work in a company in strong growth and a leading position in the market.
• A visible role with many exciting interfaces, internally and externally
• The opportunity to work in a global company that contributes to the green transition.
• A dynamic and highly professional working environment consisting of competent and committed colleagues.
• Nel Hydrogen provides comprehensive health and insurance benefits for its employees as well as a short-term incentive program.
• The Company offers competitive paid vacation time, sick leave, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level