EHS Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics

EHS Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we're at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city's innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
• For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Purpose

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs within a semiconductor fabrication facility to ensure a safe workplace, regulatory compliance, and sustainable facility. This role partners with all departments within the organization to proactively manage risk in a highly complex, hazardous manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Program Management: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations. Develop, implement, maintain, and audit EHS policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Hazard Identification & Risk Mitigation: Lead hazard assessments (chemical, electrical, ergonomic, process safety, etc.) and implement controls to mitigate risks associated with semiconductor manufacturing processes, including cleanroom operations.
• Environmental Management & Sustainability: Oversee air emissions, wastewater, hazardous waste, and chemical management programs. Drive sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives such as energy efficiency, waste reduction, and water conservation.
• Operational Resources Oversight: Manage full-time EHS Coordinator personnel, including day-to-day supervision, administration of duties, and performance management. Provide leadership and oversight for EHS support personnel and external service providers, including safety, environmental, and emergency response partners, to ensure alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational needs.
• Incident Prevention, Investigation & Reporting: Manage EHS related incident reporting systems, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Track and trend safety metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Emergency Preparedness & Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans (chemical spills, gas releases, fires, medical events, etc.). Coordinate drills and serve as a key leader during emergency situations.
• Training & Culture Development: Design and deliver EHS training programs. Promote a strong safety culture through engagement initiatives, audits, and leadership coaching in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• BS in related field of science or engineering (4 years of direct applicable experience as a substitute)
• 5+ years of EHS experience, including direct experience in semiconductor fabrication facilities
• 2+ years supervisory/leadership experience
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident) as per sponsor requirements.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or CHMM.
• 10+ years of EHS experience, including direct experience in semiconductor fabrication facilities.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Knowledge of process safety management (PSM) and risk-based process safety in semiconductor environments.
• Experience leading EHS programs supporting new fab construction/start-up.

Salary Range

TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries

Working Conditions

• May work in all weather conditions
• May work in extreme temperatures
• May work around chemicals & chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)
• Climbing of stairs
• Climbing of ladders
• Lifting and moving 25 pounds

Work Shift

• Monday - Friday: Standard and Flexible
• Occasional nights/weekends support required to manage emergency situations

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Important?for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: ?You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that?ALL?Required Materials have been uploaded. ?Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: ?As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions?presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.