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Established in 2017 with a circa $70m investment, Clas-SiC Wafer Fab Ltd is a leading manufacturing facility for Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductor Devices. Based in Lochgelly, Fife, the company is at the forefront of innovation and excellence in high-tech manufacturing.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Principal Engineer to join the Facilities & EHS department. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting risk assessments, delivering training, and driving continuous improvement across EHS systems and initiatives.

The Role

Reporting to the Facilities & EHS Manager, the EHS Principal Engineer will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

* Developing, implementing, and monitoring the EHS Management Systems in compliance with legislation.

* Keeping up to date with EHS regulations and advising senior management on compliance requirements.

* Conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are in place.

* Supporting the EHS Committee to ensure clear communication and consultation on health, safety, and environmental matters.

* Managing EHS training programs to ensure compliance across the organisation.

* Overseeing incident response procedures and ensuring the emergency response team is in place.

* Ensuring compliance in key environmental areas such as:

* PPC Air Permitting, Trade Effluent Wastewater, and Hazardous Waste Management

* ISO14001 environmental management systems and audits

* Chemical storage, handling, and emergency planning

* Overseeing safety measures including:

* ISO45001 safety management systems and audits

* Laser Safety, Ionising Radiation, and RF Safety

* Incident investigation, emergency management, and hazardous chemical handling

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* 5+ years of experience as an EHS Principal Engineer in a manufacturing, oil, or chemical industry setting.

* A NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Health & Safety.

* A STEM degree (Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or similar).

* Strong knowledge of ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards, including experience in audit compliance.

* Membership of a professional body such as IOSH or IEMA.

* Experience in risk assessments, COSHH, accident investigation, and problem-solving techniques.

* A solid understanding of regulatory bodies and compliance requirements.

* Project management skills with the ability to drive EHS initiatives.

* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

Desirable:

* Semiconductor manufacturing experience would be a plus.

Why Join Clas-SiC?

* Be part of a cutting-edge, high-tech manufacturing facility.

* Work in an innovative and supportive environment.

* Play a key role in shaping safety, health, and environmental standards in the business.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EHS professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-growing business