Senior EHS Specialist

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Job Location:

Saratoga Springs, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 78700 - 150600

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to serve as the primary EHS presence at our Saratoga Springs NY facility an existing building undergoing major renovation and phased expansion to support the introduction of manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for an EHS professional who thrives in dynamic manufacturing and construction environments demonstrates strong judgment and initiative and is comfortable operating with a high degree of independence at a site remote from the broader EHS organization. You will play a critical role in construction safety oversight while helping position the site for safe compliant manufacturing operations. The role is expected to be approximately 50% construction safety and contractor EHS management and 50% site EHS program support and operational readiness.

As a Senior EHS Specialist a typical day might include the following:

Serving as the primary Regeneron EHS representative for major renovation and ongoing construction activities within an existing facility.
Providing oversight of high-risk activities including hot work lockout/tagout crane and rigging operations confined space entry excavation and work at height.
Leading contractor EHS management activities including pre-qualification onboarding field oversight and issue resolution.
Exercising stop-work authority when conditions warrant and ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
Implementing and sustaining site-level EHS programs aligned with Regeneron and IOPS standards.
Supporting compliance with OSHA NYS and applicable environmental regulations including air waste stormwater and SPDES programs.
Conducting audits inspections risk assessments and incident investigations; identifying trends and driving corrective actions.
Developing and delivering EHS training and safety communications tailored to construction and site personnel.
Serving as a trained responder for medical and hazardous materials emergencies and supporting site emergency preparedness activities.
Providing on-call EHS support outside of normal business hours for site emergencies.

This position might be for you if you:

Possess proven ability to operate independently with limited day-to-day oversight at a remote site.
Have training and hands-on experience in medical emergency response and hazardous materials response.
Have working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other relevant professional EHS certifications preferred.
Experience supporting environmental compliance programs preferred.
Exposure to GMP environments and management of change processes a plus.
Experience supporting long-term renovation or construction projects preferred.

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelors degree in Environmental Health & Safety Engineering Industrial Hygiene or a related field along with the following minimum years of progressive EHS experience for each level including experience in construction safety and manufacturing or industrial environments:

Senior EHS Specialist: 5 years
Principal EHS Specialist: 8 years

Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role.

Does this sound like you Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits which vary by the U.S. benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical dental vision life and disability insurance) fitness centers 401(k) company match family support benefits equity awards annual bonuses paid time off and paid leaves (e.g. military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US please visit For other countries specific benefits please speak to your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason many of Regenerons roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regenerons on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief (or lack thereof) sex nationality national or ethnic origin civil status age citizenship status membership of the Traveler community sexual orientation disability genetic information familial status marital or registered civil partnership status pregnancy or parental status gender identity gender reassignment military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Companys business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S. the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S Japan or Canada please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity right to work educational qualifications etc.

Salary Range (annually)

$78700.00 - $150600.00

Required Experience:

Senior IC