Sr Associate EHS

Mentor Technical Group (MTG) provides a comprehensive portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions, MTG has the knowledge and experience to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device safety and efficacy guidelines. With offices in Caguas, PR, Boston, MA & San Francisco, CA and we serve life sciences clients in six global markets: United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Germany, Canada, and South America.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in the management, design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Evaluate the impact of new and existing EH&S regulations on operations and implement required program changes.
• Serve as a primary liaison with EH&S regulatory agencies and coordinate regulatory inspections and audits.
• Prepare regulatory reports, agency responses, monitoring documentation, and compliance records.
• Design, develop, implement, and maintain EH&S programs that support daily operations and business objectives.
• Assess EH&S practices and processes to minimize operational risks and long-term liabilities.
• Develop and deliver EH&S training programs for employees and contractors.
• Create, implement, and maintain EH&S procedures, policies, and operational documentation.
• Evaluate the EH&S impact of new operations, processes, and capital projects.
• Identify and implement cost-effective solutions to reduce environmental impacts and safety risks.
• Design and conduct internal EH&S audits and inspections to verify compliance and program effectiveness.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Provide technical support for cross-functional projects requiring EH&S expertise.
• Act as a recognized subject matter expert (SME) in Environmental Health & Safety programs.
• Make independent decisions with significant impact on assigned programs and areas of responsibility.
• Supervise technical support personnel, when required.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to environmental, health, and safety performance.
• Support business operations by aligning EH&S programs with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Preferred Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) or a related technical field preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), and OSHA certifications are highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EH&S regulations, industry standards, and risk management principles applicable to construction, engineering, and manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting capital projects and equipment installations within regulated industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience in:
  • Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR)
  • Management of Change (MOC)
  • Hazardous and Compressed Gas Systems
  • Pressure Safety Programs
  • Machine Safeguarding
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Construction Safety
  • Fire and Life Safety Systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Ability to support project activities during equipment shutdowns, startups, and other activities that may occur outside normal business hours.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic EH&S management systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, engineering groups, and operations personnel.