EHS Specialist

Job Description Summary
Schenectady Cores and Castings is seeking a dedicated Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) professional to champion safety excellence and environmental compliance at our manufacturing site. Whether you bring 2 to 5 years of hands-on industrial EHS experience or are a recent graduate with a specialized 4-year EHS degree and foundational knowledge, you will play a critical role in protecting our workforce and driving operational safety. In this position, you will work closely with operations and engineering teams to manage safety programs, conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, and foster a proactive safety culture across the plant floor.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensuring site compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DEC) and company standards.
• Leading workplace risk assessments, hazard recognition activities, and supporting the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Partnering with operations and shop-floor teams to coach employees, promote safe work practices, and strengthen safety ownership.
• Facilitating root cause analyses (RCAs) and implementing corrective actions following safety incidents or near misses.
• Managing EHS data, documentation, and reporting within software platforms such as Gensuite and Workday.
• Conducting industrial hygiene assessments, exposure monitoring, and safety audits to identify improvement opportunities.
• Developing and delivering engaging EHS training programs and supporting the implementation of GE Vernova's Life Saving Rules.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a closely related technical field, combined with either 2 to 5 years of dedicated industrial EHS experience; OR recent graduation from a specialized 4-year EHS/Safety degree program with documented practical knowledge through internships or co-ops. (Note: General degrees with zero EHS education or experience cannot be considered).
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and state-level environmental regulations, along with experience conducting safety audits and hazard assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to execute incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective measures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization.

Desired Characteristics:

• Active pursuit or possession of professional certifications such as the GSP, ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
• Proficiency with EHS management software and data tracking systems.
• Experience or familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Practical background or coursework in industrial hygiene, ergonomics, or environmental compliance.

The base pay range for this position is $77,900 to 116,900 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 5% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $77,900.00 and $116,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 10, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.