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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Certified Senior Industrial Hygienist for our Lakewood, CO; Phoenix, AZ or Tucson, AZ office. This individual will assist managing and provide technical support on a variety of Industrial Hygiene (IH) and environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance projects.
Your Impact
- Manage IH projects, including generating proposals, supervising field work and reviewing reports.
- Support designing health and safety management systems including alternatives analyses, process design and implementation.
- Conduct EHS audits and EHS program development.
- Conduct field assignments, such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, mold inspections and remediation monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments and similar assignments.
- Prepare technical reports, including documentation of field investigative procedures, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
- Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow the Industrial Hygiene national practice.
- Contribute to mentoring team of EHS and industrial hygiene early career, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance.
- Act as a subject matter expert on industrial hygiene and environmental health and safety related projects.
- Prepare and present technical presentations at local and national conferences.
- Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports.
- Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.
- Participate in business development opportunities and assist in developing proposals including scope, schedule, and budget.
- Prepare and implement project and site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Industrial Hygiene or closely related discipline.
- 5-7 years of relevant post education experience in industrial hygiene, EHS, chemical engineering or related work.
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- MSHA Part 46 and/or Part 48 Experienced Miner Certification.
- Experience developing and conducting industrial hygiene programs in mining and industrial settings.
- Experience developing and auditing EHS programs in mining and industrial settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, proposal writing, and technical presentations.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with mining and industry settings and other manufacturing environments.
- Master’s degree Industrial Hygiene.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $84,700 - $121,700
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Certified Senior Industrial Hygienist for our Lakewood, CO; Phoenix, AZ or Tucson, AZ office. This individual will assist managing and provide technical support on a variety of Industrial Hygiene (IH) and environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance projects.
Your Impact
- Manage IH projects, including generating proposals, supervising field work and reviewing reports.
- Support designing health and safety management systems including alternatives analyses, process design and implementation.
- Conduct EHS audits and EHS program development.
- Conduct field assignments, such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, mold inspections and remediation monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments and similar assignments.
- Prepare technical reports, including documentation of field investigative procedures, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
- Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow the Industrial Hygiene national practice.
- Contribute to mentoring team of EHS and industrial hygiene early career, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance.
- Act as a subject matter expert on industrial hygiene and environmental health and safety related projects.
- Prepare and present technical presentations at local and national conferences.
- Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports.
- Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.
- Participate in business development opportunities and assist in developing proposals including scope, schedule, and budget.
- Prepare and implement project and site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Industrial Hygiene or closely related discipline.
- 5-7 years of relevant post education experience in industrial hygiene, EHS, chemical engineering or related work.
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- MSHA Part 46 and/or Part 48 Experienced Miner Certification.
- Experience developing and conducting industrial hygiene programs in mining and industrial settings.
- Experience developing and auditing EHS programs in mining and industrial settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, proposal writing, and technical presentations.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with mining and industry settings and other manufacturing environments.
- Master’s degree Industrial Hygiene.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $84,700 - $121,700
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Target manufacturing and consulting firms
Large manufacturers like 3M, DuPont, and Dow Chemical frequently sponsor industrial hygienists. Environmental consulting firms also sponsor regularly for client project needs.
Highlight OSHA and regulatory expertise
Emphasize knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and industrial ventilation systems. These specialized skills strengthen your H-1B specialty occupation case significantly.
Consider government contractor roles
Defense contractors and federal agencies often need industrial hygienists for workplace safety compliance. These employers understand visa sponsorship processes well.
Emphasize quantitative analysis skills
Showcase experience with exposure monitoring, statistical analysis, and risk assessment. Technical measurement and data analysis skills support specialty occupation requirements effectively.
Network through professional associations
Join the American Industrial Hygiene Association and attend local chapter meetings. Many sponsoring employers recruit through these professional networks regularly.
Consider entry-level EHS coordinator roles
Environmental health and safety coordinator positions often lead to industrial hygienist roles. These entry positions may offer easier sponsorship paths initially.
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Find Industrial Hygienist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need an industrial hygiene degree for H-1B sponsorship?
A bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, occupational safety, chemistry, or engineering typically qualifies. The key is that your degree relates directly to exposure assessment, workplace safety, or environmental monitoring. Some employers may accept public health or biology degrees with relevant coursework in occupational health and toxicology.
Which industries sponsor industrial hygienists most frequently?
Manufacturing companies, environmental consulting firms, and government contractors sponsor most often. Chemical manufacturers like DuPont and 3M regularly need industrial hygienists for compliance. Environmental consulting firms sponsor for client project work. Defense contractors and federal agencies also sponsor for workplace safety oversight roles.
What certifications help with visa sponsorship applications?
The Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential from ABIH significantly strengthens sponsorship cases by demonstrating specialized expertise. OSHA 30-hour certification and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credentials also help. These certifications show specialized knowledge that supports the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B visas.
Can entry-level industrial hygienists get visa sponsorship?
Yes, but competition is higher for entry-level positions. Large manufacturers and consulting firms sometimes sponsor recent graduates, especially those with internship experience or relevant research. Starting as an EHS coordinator or environmental specialist can provide a pathway to industrial hygienist roles with the same employer later.
How do work location requirements affect sponsorship?
Industrial hygienists often work at multiple client sites or manufacturing facilities, which can complicate H-1B applications due to worksite posting requirements. Your employer must file amendments for significant location changes. Remote work flexibility varies by role, but field work and on-site assessments are typically required components of the position.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Industrial Hygienist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
How to find Industrial Hygienist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Industrial Hygienist positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on manufacturing companies, consulting firms, government agencies, and healthcare organizations that frequently sponsor H-1B and EB-2 visas for environmental health specialists. These employers actively seek qualified industrial hygienists to ensure workplace safety compliance.
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