EHS Specialist

Role Summary

EHS Specialist based in Seattle, WA (site-based) with travel to Redmond, WA. Reports to the Head of EHS, US. This role supports the effective deployment of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems, ensures alignment with site and corporate requirements, and collaborates with operations, contractors, and external stakeholders to maintain compliance and strengthen safety culture.

• Support the implementation of environmental, health, and safety programs that meet regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and site objectives.
• Provide guidance and awareness training to employees and contractors on EHS systems, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Assist with hazard assessments, job hazard analyses, and reviews of new equipment and/or processes.
• Coordinate event and incident investigations with operations, ensuring timely reporting, root cause identification, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Administer assigned EHS systems and maintain relevant standard operating procedures and intranet resources.
• Participate in Safety Committees and contribute to site-level EHS initiatives.
• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture across all organizational levels.

• Bachelor’s degree with formal EHS training (e.g. Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification or working towards).
• 5+ years of EHS experience, ideally in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries.
• Hands-on experience in lab safety, biosafety, emergency response, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials management.
• Strong knowledge of EHS laws and regulations relevant to site operations.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and interfacing with regulatory agencies.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with enabling teams.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across functions and levels.
• Approachable and empathetic, with the ability to engage both frontline staff and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results on the shop floor and support safe, compliant operations.
• Adaptable and effective in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Committed to continuous professional development in EHS practices.

• Bachelor’s degree with formal EHS training (e.g. ASP or equivalent).
• 5+ years of EHS experience in related industries.
• Lab safety, biosafety, emergency response, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials management experience.
• Knowledge of EHS laws and regulations relevant to site operations.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and interfacing with regulatory agencies.