Senior HSE Engineer

Location :

Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, United States of America

Job ID : R0105029

Date Posted : 2025-09-02

Company Name :

HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.

Profession (Job Category) :

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule : Full time

Remote : No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description :

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior HSE Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.

Accountabilities :

• Oversee and manage Prevention through Design concepts in advance of plant renovation and construction activities.
• Collaborate with Real Estate, Facilities and Architectural firms to embed safety into plant design.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering to analyze risk in new plant layout and within redesigned work-flow process.
• Supervise & manage consultancy work that supports workflow design and ergonomics solutions.
• Manage workstation risk assessment program and prioritize resulting action items.
• Introduce digital solutions to enhance workplace safety (i.e. technologies for electrical, vehicle, and ergonomics safety).
• Deploy Management of Change Program for new equipment purchases and facility renovations.
• Deploy Contractor Management Program for external partners.
• Collaborate with Operations and Facilities departments on new initiatives in alignment with planned Transformation activities.
• Reviewing contracts and aligning deliverables against allocated budget.
• Work with Procurement, Operations and Engineering departments to identify effective solutions for new tools and equipment.
• Represent the HSE Department during Transformation Meetings.
• Prepare weekly status reports for senior management.
• Manage action planning and status reports for local management reviews.
• Verify controls measures from Risk Analyses.

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Language : English Proficiency

Benefits :

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work / Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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