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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$133K - $223K *

Lead and grow a nationwide EHS practice, driving operational excellence and client satisfaction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery, foster client relationships, and...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $223K *

Drive the growth of a nationwide EHS practice by leading multidisciplinary teams, enhancing client relationships, and delivering high-value services while fostering a culture of operational excellence...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $223K *

Champion the growth of our nationwide EHS practice by leading a multidisciplinary team, enhancing client relationships, and driving operational excellence to deliver high-value services across diverse...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $223K *

Transform your career by leading a national EHS practice, driving operational excellence and client satisfaction while mentoring talent and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ac...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $223K *

Drive the growth of a nationwide EHS practice by leading multidisciplinary teams, enhancing client relationships, and delivering high-value services. Foster a culture of excellence and innovation whil...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety and compliance as you provide hands-on EHS support in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with teams to identify hazards, implement controls, and ensure operational safety...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Champion safety and efficiency by providing technical EHS support across manufacturing and R&D operations. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement effecti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $122K *

Join us in delivering innovative solutions for the nuclear sector, leading safety analysis and regulatory compliance efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure operational excellence and clien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Analyze environmental data and oversee site investigations to develop effective remediation strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success while maintaining compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead national initiatives in environmental construction and remediation, driving safety and profitability. Standardize processes, develop capabilities, and expand services while aligning strategy with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform safety practices by overseeing project safety efforts, conducting training, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to foster a safe work environment and prevent acc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $129K *

Unlock potential by ensuring a safe work environment through effective safety oversight, training, and compliance management for construction projects, while collaborating with teams to prevent accide...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $142K *

Transform industrial control systems by designing, configuring, and programming SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems. Collaborate with clients to meet unique needs while ensuring cybersecurity and operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead environmental compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulations across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to implement sustainability goals, perform audits, and manage data for repor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by developing programs, conducting audits, and leading teams across multiple states to enhance sustainability and ensure regulatory adherence while collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion a culture of safety excellence by leading critical assessments, developing robust safety procedures, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance process safety initiatives and complia...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$210K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise-wide EHS strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multiple sites. Collaborate with senior leadership to mitigate risks and e...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $100K *

Pioneer safety excellence by overseeing compliance and operations as a Site Safety and Health Officer. Ensure adherence to safety regulations, conduct inspections, and maintain a safe work environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K *

Lead and manage the Safety and Environmental program, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing training. Oversee safety audits, incident investigations, and develop safety policies to mainta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. You'll lead medium to large projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while utilizing your expertise in AutoCAD...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $140K *

The Environmental Site and Conveyance Project Manager is responsible for overseeing civil engineering projects related to water and wastewater treatment and conveyance. This role involves managing a t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by ensuring compliance in federal contracting. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate regulations, support audits, and enhance policies in a dynamic environment focused on grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance efforts in federal contracting, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating across departments. Drive policy updates and support audits, contributing to the growth of a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower compliance excellence by ensuring adherence to federal regulations and internal policies. Collaborate across departments to support GHD's growing federal contracting sector while navigating au...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with federal contracting regulations, supporting project pursuits and audits while collaborating across departments to enhance operational integrity and mitiga...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.