Industrial Hygienist Jobs

Industrial hygienists help protect workers and communities by identifying, evaluating, and controlling health hazards in workplaces. Explore vetted Industrial Hygienist opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including positions in manufacturing, healthcare, construction, energy, consulting, and government.

What Industrial Hygienists Do

These professionals assess workplace exposures to chemical, physical, and biological hazards, such as airborne contaminants, noise, heat, and infectious agents. They conduct inspections and sampling, interpret results, recommend controls, and help organizations meet occupational health and safety requirements. Many also develop programs, train employees, investigate incidents, and advise leaders on risk reduction.

Common Industrial Hygienist Roles

Job titles may include Senior Industrial Hygienist, Corporate Industrial Hygienist, Occupational Health and Safety Manager, Exposure Assessment Specialist, and Industrial Hygiene Consultant. Responsibilities and titles vary by employer, industry, experience level, and scope of work.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of exposure assessment, hazard recognition, sampling methods, and relevant regulations. Strong communication, analytical, report-writing, and project-management skills are valuable, along with experience translating technical findings into practical controls. Many roles require a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental health, or a related field. Professional credentials such as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) may be preferred or required for advanced positions.

Explore Industrial Hygienist Careers on Ladders

Find Industrial Hygienist and related occupational health roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Browse opportunities by employer, location, and seniority to identify a role that matches your expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing occupational health standards by conducting inspections, evaluating hazards, and providing expert guidance in industrial hygiene practices across diverse industrial enviro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$71K - $96K *

Shape the future of workplace safety by establishing and administering safety policies and programs. Engage in field assessments and training to ensure compliance with health regulations, fostering a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workplace safety through effective industrial hygiene practices. Collaborate with engineering and operations to assess exposures, implement controls, and supp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and execute industrial hygiene programs, ensuring workplace safety across diverse manufacturing and R&D environments. Collaborate with engineering and EHS teams to i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Help us ensure a safe work environment by overseeing inspections, evaluating health hazards, and implementing compliance measures in a diverse facility. Your expertise will guide safety protocols and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Manage comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety standards. Conduct inspections, analyze hazards, and develop effective control measures to prot...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Advance workplace safety by leading industrial hygiene initiatives, ensuring compliance, and mitigating health risks. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety protocols and foster a culture of health...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $188K *

Lead the charge in ensuring workplace safety by providing expert industrial hygiene support, conducting assessments, and developing safety protocols to protect employees in a dynamic research environm...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing indoor environmental quality initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams and clients, troubleshoot issues, and uphold safety standar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing indoor environmental quality initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams and clients to troubleshoot issues, oversee resources, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance occupational health initiatives by managing industrial hygiene programs, evaluating health hazards, and providing technical support to ensure safety at military facilities. Collaborate with pu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful projects in industrial hygiene and building sciences, leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure compliance and quality service delivery while fostering client relationships and suppor...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading industrial hygiene initiatives and risk assessments. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety protocols and support radiation and laser safety programs, driving compli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $99K *

Support diverse industrial hygiene projects by conducting field investigations, collecting samples, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate with project managers to address environmental healt...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $162K *

Transform workplace safety by developing and implementing industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and leading initiatives to minimize occupational hazards across dive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Transform communities by managing hazardous materials projects, conducting surveys, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to create impactful solutions while maintaining a s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Drive comprehensive health and safety initiatives, providing expert support in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and compliance across diverse facilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $132K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure workplace safety and compliance with OSHA standards. Leverage your expertise as a Certified Industrial Hygienist to support environmental health programs and conduct trai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $132K *

Shape workplace safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, conducting investigations, and providing training. Collaborate with teams to support environmental health programs and manage safety...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape a safer workplace by leading industrial hygiene initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing effective risk management strategies to protect employee health and safety acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform submarine health research by leading innovative studies on atmospheric conditions, managing critical programs, and ensuring data accuracy to protect warfighters' health in challenging enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to promoting public health through effective environmental protection programs. This role involves diverse responsibilities, ensuring compliance and safety standards are m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $138K *

Champion safety initiatives by designing, developing, and implementing programs and policies. Engage with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies to enhance compliance, conduct audits, and dire...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion advanced technical support and training in industrial hygiene, guiding customers in PPE selection and hazard assessment. Collaborate with teams to enhance product application and customer eng...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an industrial hygienist do?question toggle

    An industrial hygienist identifies, evaluates, and helps control workplace health hazards. The work can include exposure sampling, risk assessments, recommending controls, supporting compliance, and educating employees and managers.

  • Where do industrial hygienists work?question toggle

    Industrial hygienists work across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, government, and professional consulting. Their work may take place at operational sites, in offices, or across multiple locations.

  • What qualifications are common for industrial hygienist jobs?question toggle

    Many positions seek a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational or environmental health, or a related discipline, along with experience assessing workplace hazards. Senior roles may favor professional credentials such as the CIH, depending on the employer and responsibilities.

  • How much do Industrial Hygienist jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by role, employer, location, experience, and qualifications.

  • What skills help industrial hygienists succeed?question toggle

    Useful skills include exposure assessment, hazard control, regulatory knowledge, data analysis, clear technical writing, communication, and project management. The ability to explain complex findings and recommend practical solutions is especially valuable.