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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$100K - $206K *

Shape global industrial hygiene initiatives by developing programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance health and safety practices while i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $194K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in managing global industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE laws, and fostering a culture of safety while integrating innovative practices across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $224K *

Shape your career by leading global industrial hygiene initiatives, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, and fostering a culture of safety. Drive continuous improvement and engage stakeholders to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $224K *

Lead the development and execution of global industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety practices and integrate innovative s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $194K *

Transform your career by leading global industrial hygiene initiatives. Drive compliance, enhance safety programs, and foster a culture of health across diverse industries while collaborating with sta...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $224K *

Shape the future of workplace safety by developing and managing global industrial hygiene programs. Ensure compliance with regulations, enhance health and safety practices, and lead initiatives that f...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $224K *

Champion the development and execution of global industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety practices and foster a culture o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $224K *

Deliver comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE laws and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety practices and drive continuous improvement across gl...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $206K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing global industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, and fostering a culture of safety across diverse operations while integrating i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $224K *

Champion a global industrial hygiene program, ensuring compliance and safety across diverse operations. Leverage expertise to enhance health and safety initiatives, drive risk assessments, and foster...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading global industrial hygiene initiatives, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, and fostering a culture of safety. Drive continuous improvement and engage stakeholders to...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $206K *

Manage and enhance global industrial hygiene programs, ensuring compliance with HSE laws and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, implement strategies, and foster a culture of s...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $179K *

Elevate your career by leading global industrial hygiene initiatives. Drive compliance, develop programs, and foster a culture of safety while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading EPA contracts and managing project teams across multiple regions. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure project compliance, and foster client relationships while mentoring st...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance excellence and lead environmental initiatives in a refinery setting, overseeing air quality standards, regulatory engagement, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure sustainable...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to evaluating environmental health impacts at hazardous waste sites. Utilize your expertise in environmental science to analyze data, develop recommendations, and communic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping California's environmental landscape as a Noise and Vibration Specialist. Leverage your expertise in CEQA and NEPA projects while managing diverse technical studies and ment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Elevate safety standards by leading EHS initiatives across operations, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Collaborate with teams to implement effective training and risk man...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Shape environmental impact assessment strategies for major projects. Cultivate stakeholder relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams while driving compliance with regulatory standards to ensure s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of health and safety management. Lead projects, provide technical expertise, and develop compliance programs while collaborating with industry leaders to drive gr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $133K *

Lead the charge in enhancing workplace safety by overseeing compliance programs, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. Drive impactful health and safety initiatives while mentoring ju...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Advance your career with a dynamic role leading health and safety projects, establishing compliance programs, guiding teams, and enhancing client relationships in a multi-disciplinary environment focu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Champion safety excellence by leading comprehensive health and safety initiatives. Manage project lifecycles, develop client relationships, and guide technical teams to achieve regulatory compliance a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing health and safety programs, overseeing compliance, conducting risk assessments, and guiding a talented team while enhancing client relationships and driving...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Champion a culture of safety by leading health and safety initiatives, managing compliance programs, and driving business development. Collaborate with industry leaders to enhance project outcomes and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.