GE HealthCare in Oslo is hiring: EHS Engineer

The EHS Engineer will be responsible for overseeing technical safety aspects at the GEHC Oslo site, including machine and tool safety, guarding, compliance with the Machine Directive, lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and robotic safety. This role involves ensuring compliance with Norwegian laws and regulations, as well as the GEHC EHS management system (Framework). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical safety and engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain compliance with GEHC Framework elements related to:

  • Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO)

  • Electrical Safety

  • Machine and Tool Safety and Guarding

  • Robotic Safety

  • Lifting Suspended Loads

• Perform risk assessments for machines, tools, electrical systems, and robotics installations and implement defenses/corrective actions as needed.

• Review and approve EHS requirements in machine and equipment procurement.

• Conduct technical safety inspections and audits.

• Support the management of change (MOC) process for projects and operations involving equipment, electrical systems, and layout.

• Develop and deliver technical EHS training (e.g., LOTO, machine safety awareness, electrical safety basics).

• Provide EHS technical support to construction and commissioning activities.

• Ensure incident investigations involving equipment and technical systems are properly analyzed, and corrective actions are implemented.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, Maintenance, and Project Management teams to integrate EHS requirements early into designs and installations.

• Identify opportunities for improving technical safety practices and implement changes to enhance safety and compliance.

• Keep up to date with changes in technical EHS regulations and standards (e.g., EN ISO 13849, IEC standards, Norwegian regulations).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in EHS roles with a focus on technical safety in industrial, manufacturing, or high-tech environments.

• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, risk assessment techniques, root cause analysis, technical audits.

• Excellent communication and training skills.

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Norwegian.

• Relevant EHS certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) are preferred.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong technical acumen combined with practical field experience.

• Analytical and structured approach to problem-solving.

• Comfortable working hands-on in technical environments (production floors, machine rooms, project sites).

• Proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.

• Collaborative team player, able to influence across multiple departments.

• Commitment to inclusiveness, diversity, and employee safety.