H-1B Visa Hse Manager Jobs
HSE Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, safety engineering, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, energy, construction, and chemicals regularly file LCAs for this title. The 85,000-cap lottery applies, but cap-exempt employers, universities and nonprofits, offer an alternative path.
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Flowserve is seeking an HSE Site Manager / Supervisor to lead Health, Safety, and Environmental operations across our Pasadena/ Deer Park Location. In this role, you will take full ownership of HSE programs across three co-located Quick Response Centers (QRCs)—Pumps, Valves, and Seals—supporting a team of approximately 300 manufacturing and support personnel.
We are seeking a collaborative, self-motivated safety leader who believes strong safety culture is built through active shop-floor presence and genuine partnership with front-line teams. You will receive corporate policy frameworks and audit schedules, then work directly with site operations to establish practical work instructions, identify operational improvements, and coordinate solutions from start to finish.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
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Position Culture: We are seeking a collaborative, self-motivated safety leader who believes strong safety culture is built through active shop-floor presence and genuine partnership with front-line teams. You will receive corporate policy frameworks and audit schedules, then work directly with site operations to establish practical work instructions, identify operational improvements, and coordinate solutions from start to finish.
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HSE Program Leadership & Accountability: Lead and own the site's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) program. Establish annual HSE objectives, drive site-wide safety initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and ensure accountability through effective delegation, coaching, and partnership with operational leaders. Foster shared ownership of safety by empowering supervisors and employees to actively participate in achieving HSE goals and sustaining a strong safety culture.
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Shop Floor Engagement & Partnership: Spend daily time on the manufacturing floor building strong relationships, trust, and mutual accountability across machining, assembly, and test areas.
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End-to-End Problem Resolution: Proactively identify equipment and facility opportunities (e.g., machine guarding, PPE compliance, ergonomic layout), source vendor solutions, and drive corrective projects through execution.
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Site Work Instructions: Translate corporate HSE policies into clear, actionable, site-specific work instructions across all three QRC facilities (Pumps, Valves, Seals).
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Audit & Compliance Management: Manage campus audit readiness, maintain regulatory documentation (OSHA/EPA), conduct incident root-cause investigations, and implement preventive measures.
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Operational Teamwork: Serve as an active, approachable partner on the site leadership team, helping plant leads achieve operational targets safely and efficiently. Lead the site's HSE strategy while collaborating with supervisors, operations leaders, and functional teams to delegate responsibilities, drive accountability, and ensure successful execution of safety programs and compliance initiatives.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience: 3–7+ years of progressive HSE coordination, supervision, or site management experience in industrial manufacturing, machining, heavy equipment, or service shop environments.
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Collaborative Mindset: Demonstrated active floor presence with a track record of practical problem-solving and building positive rapport with front-line personnel.
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Regulatory Proficiency: Solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, and local compliance standards, with experience translating corporate frameworks into site-level procedures.
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Self-Motivation: High degree of personal drive; able to independently manage projects from risk identification to final vendor implementation without needing direct oversight.
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Education: BS degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical industry experience.
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Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead site-wide HSE programs through collaboration, delegation, and influence. Experience building accountability across operations teams and engaging leaders at all levels to achieve safety objectives.
WHY JOIN FLOWSERVE
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Culture Builder: High autonomy to foster a positive, supportive safety culture alongside site management.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Full health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and long-term professional development opportunities across Flowserve’s global network.
INTRODUCTION
Flowserve is seeking an HSE Site Manager / Supervisor to lead Health, Safety, and Environmental operations across our Pasadena/ Deer Park Location. In this role, you will take full ownership of HSE programs across three co-located Quick Response Centers (QRCs)—Pumps, Valves, and Seals—supporting a team of approximately 300 manufacturing and support personnel.
We are seeking a collaborative, self-motivated safety leader who believes strong safety culture is built through active shop-floor presence and genuine partnership with front-line teams. You will receive corporate policy frameworks and audit schedules, then work directly with site operations to establish practical work instructions, identify operational improvements, and coordinate solutions from start to finish.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Position Culture: We are seeking a collaborative, self-motivated safety leader who believes strong safety culture is built through active shop-floor presence and genuine partnership with front-line teams. You will receive corporate policy frameworks and audit schedules, then work directly with site operations to establish practical work instructions, identify operational improvements, and coordinate solutions from start to finish.
-
HSE Program Leadership & Accountability: Lead and own the site's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) program. Establish annual HSE objectives, drive site-wide safety initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and ensure accountability through effective delegation, coaching, and partnership with operational leaders. Foster shared ownership of safety by empowering supervisors and employees to actively participate in achieving HSE goals and sustaining a strong safety culture.
-
Shop Floor Engagement & Partnership: Spend daily time on the manufacturing floor building strong relationships, trust, and mutual accountability across machining, assembly, and test areas.
-
End-to-End Problem Resolution: Proactively identify equipment and facility opportunities (e.g., machine guarding, PPE compliance, ergonomic layout), source vendor solutions, and drive corrective projects through execution.
-
Site Work Instructions: Translate corporate HSE policies into clear, actionable, site-specific work instructions across all three QRC facilities (Pumps, Valves, Seals).
-
Audit & Compliance Management: Manage campus audit readiness, maintain regulatory documentation (OSHA/EPA), conduct incident root-cause investigations, and implement preventive measures.
-
Operational Teamwork: Serve as an active, approachable partner on the site leadership team, helping plant leads achieve operational targets safely and efficiently. Lead the site's HSE strategy while collaborating with supervisors, operations leaders, and functional teams to delegate responsibilities, drive accountability, and ensure successful execution of safety programs and compliance initiatives.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience: 3–7+ years of progressive HSE coordination, supervision, or site management experience in industrial manufacturing, machining, heavy equipment, or service shop environments.
-
Collaborative Mindset: Demonstrated active floor presence with a track record of practical problem-solving and building positive rapport with front-line personnel.
-
Regulatory Proficiency: Solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, and local compliance standards, with experience translating corporate frameworks into site-level procedures.
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Self-Motivation: High degree of personal drive; able to independently manage projects from risk identification to final vendor implementation without needing direct oversight.
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Education: BS degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical industry experience.
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Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead site-wide HSE programs through collaboration, delegation, and influence. Experience building accountability across operations teams and engaging leaders at all levels to achieve safety objectives.
WHY JOIN FLOWSERVE
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Culture Builder: High autonomy to foster a positive, supportive safety culture alongside site management.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Full health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and long-term professional development opportunities across Flowserve’s global network.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hse Manager
Verify your degree field supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the HSE Manager role. A degree in occupational health, environmental engineering, or industrial hygiene is strongest. Safety management or general business degrees face higher RFE risk without supplemental credentials.
Target industries with consistent LCA filing history
Manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, and utilities file LCAs for HSE Managers at higher rates than other sectors. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by occupation code and see verified DOL filing history before you apply.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and job zone. Run your target locations through the OFLC Wage Search to know Level I through Level IV benchmarks before entering any salary conversation.
Pursue professional certifications that strengthen your petition
CSP, CIH, or CHMM certifications signal specialized expertise that supports the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. USCIS adjudicators weigh industry-recognized credentials when degree-to-role alignment is borderline.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early in recruiting
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-related entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap. HSE Manager roles exist at these organizations, and a cap-exempt filing can start any time of year with no registration deadline.
Confirm your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your start date
All H-1B sponsors must use E-Verify to confirm your work authorization. If an employer hasn't enrolled, USCIS won't approve the petition. Ask your HR contact to confirm E-Verify enrollment as part of your pre-offer due diligence.
H-1B Visa Hse Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HSE Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition requires clear documentation that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as environmental science, occupational health, or safety engineering. Roles framed as general supervisory positions without a defined degree requirement are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS. O*NET classifies HSE management within job zone four, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for HSE Manager positions?
Manufacturing, oil and gas extraction, chemical processing, utilities, and large construction firms have the strongest filing history for this occupation. These industries face mandatory regulatory compliance under OSHA and EPA frameworks, creating consistent demand for qualified HSE professionals. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by occupation code on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data for this role.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition for an HSE Manager role outside the annual lottery?
Yes, if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and entities affiliated with a government research organization can file petitions year-round without entering the USCIS registration lottery. Some HSE Manager roles at hospital systems or university facilities management departments fall under this category, so it's worth confirming your employer's cap-exempt status directly.
What prevailing wage level typically applies to H-1B-sponsored HSE Manager roles?
Most entry-level HSE Manager positions are filed at DOL Level I or Level II, while senior or program-lead roles land at Level III or Level IV. The level depends on your years of experience, supervisory scope, and the complexity of the regulatory environment you'll manage. Use the OFLC Wage Search with your target metro area and the relevant SOC code to see the current wage floor before accepting an offer.
How does changing employers affect my H-1B status as an HSE Manager?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your current H-1B is valid and the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupation. HSE Manager to EHS Director or environmental compliance roles typically qualify. Your new employer must file before your current status expires to maintain continuous authorization.