About the Role
The EHS Process Innovation Engineer is a strategic catalyst for the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) organization at a high-tech semiconductor fab. This role owns and advances the site-wide “Journey to Zero” vision, driving the Leading Safety Metric (LSM) program and the Level-Up Safety Training initiative. By blending data-driven analysis, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration, this position will raise safety performance, cut risk, and embed a proactive safety culture where every employee is empowered to act as a safety leader. Beyond program ownership, the engineer will partner with departments to plan and execute safety-focused projects, produce KPI dashboards and communications, and introduce new tools, technologies, and scalable methodologies like Human Organizational Performance (HOP) to enhance safety outcomes and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Own the “Journey to Zero” program, advancing the site’s commitment to zero incidents and zero environmental harm through innovative processes, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Lead the site’s Leading Safety Metric (LSM) initiative, driving proactive EHS actions, project completion, and measurable leading indicators across all departments.
- Own and evolve the Level Up Safety Training Program, reinforcing the philosophy that everyone is a safety leader through instructor-led sessions, digital content, and cross-functional engagement.
- Drive EHS communications & visual management: Produce monthly/quarterly KPI dashboards, safety highlights, and leadership messages; maintain visual boards that keep safety priorities top-of-mind.
- Identify and implement process innovations: Analyze current EHS workflows, pinpoint data-visibility gaps, and create scalable solutions (e.g., new tools, automation, etc.).
- Provide department-level project support: Lead safety-focused projects from scope to delivery, ensure cross-functional alignment, and verify measurable outcomes.
Requirements
- Experience with OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) is a plus.
- Strong understanding of the Hierarchy of Controls and its application in complex manufacturing environments.
- Experience developing or maintaining written EHS programs, procedures, and their implementation rollout.
- A strong communicator, skilled in instructor-led training, facilitation, and employee engagement.
- Ability to build dashboards, KPIs, and visual management tools.
- Experience with strategic planning, program ownership, or cross-functional initiative leadership.
- A collaborative partner who influences without authority and builds trust across all levels of the organization.
- Applicants must be authorized to access U.S. export control information or eligible for government authorization.
- By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.
Skills
- Data-driven analysis
- Creative problem-solving
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Storytelling
- Influencing skills
- Human Organizational Performance (HOP)
- Instructor-led training
- Facilitation
- Employee engagement
- Dashboard creation
- KPI development
- Visual management tools
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
- On-site
Experience Level
- Mid-level
Salary/Compensations
- $76,000 - $145,000
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- Onsite café(s)
- Onsite workout facilities
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid paternity leave
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 2 personal holidays
- 10 regular holidays
- Wellness incentives
- MBO bonuses (eligible full-time employees)
About the Company
- Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world.
- At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.
Equal Opportunity
- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
