Job Description

Overview:

Agilent’s Workplace Services organization is seeking a forward-thinking, self-starter, and self-motivated Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist to provide professional consultation and technical expertise associated with sustaining environmental, health and occupational safety compliance, who is able to identify and control potential EHS issues or compliance gaps, and implement innovative strategies to mitigate EHS risks associated with current site operations.

The candidate will report to the Workplace Services Site Manager and will oversee aspects of EHS for Agilent’s Little Falls site located in Wilmington, Delaware as well as provide light support to Agilent’s field sites.

About the Agilent site:

Agilent’s Little Falls campus in Wilmington, Delaware, serves as a hub for approximately 800 employees. The 360,000 sq. ft. facility combines office spaces, instrument manufacturing, laboratories, and customer training areas. The site offers a full-service cafeteria, coffee bar, and recreational amenities—including tennis and basketball courts, a baseball field, sand volleyball, outdoor gym equipment, and a picnic area—on its 55-acre campus.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist include, but are not limited to the following:

Solve complex EHS challenges, design and implement effective programs, and guide teams in integrating safety systems for efficiency and collaboration.

Provide technical expertise in risk assessments, exposure evaluations, hazard identification, ergonomics, and EHS program development.

Partner with global and regional EHS teams to ensure compliance with Agilent’s safety standards and local regulations.

Conduct and recommend training to keep employees informed and compliant with EHS requirements.

Support incident investigations, participate in audits, and lead safety assessments to identify and address risks.

Manage and enhance the EHS Management System in alignment with ISO 14001 and Agilent’s corporate standards.

Lead projects that minimize EHS risks, improve processes, and represent Agilent in external organizations to stay ahead of industry advancements.

Oversee technical EHS activities, set project goals, manage timelines, and coordinate with vendors when necessary.

Build strong relationships across divisions (labs, manufacturing, engineering, warehousing) to ensure successful implementation of EHS initiatives.

Analyze safety data, report trends, and recommend corrective actions to improve workplace safety.

Ensure compliance with global and local EHS regulations, mentor teams on best practices, and provide advanced technical support.

Develop emergency response plans, conduct regular drills, and be available to respond to emergencies when needed.

Communicate effectively with teams at all levels, simplify EHS concepts for non-experts, and lead discussions that influence safety practices.

Support budget management and forecasting for EHS initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Master or Bachelor's Degree or a Degree in the EHS field

Minimum 8+ years' relevant experience in EHS, Regulatory/Compliance, manufacturing and laboratory in a Life Science, Pharmaceutical or Chemical analysis company

Additional skills and competencies:

Advanced certification preferred. e.g. Registered Environmental Manger (REM), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

Experience with DNREC, EPA, NRC, OSHA

Experience in EHS management systems (implementation experience highly desired)

Experience with hazard and risk assessments in manufacturing environments

Experience in Waste management, Environmental affairs, and Chemical safety management

Experience as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least July 8, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $111,840.00 - $174,750.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required: Occasional

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: Workplace Services