Industrial Hygienist


Chicago
Permanent
$60,000 - $100,000 USD a year
Environmental
PR/614193_1791837195
Industrial Hygienist

Mid-Level Industrial Hygienist

Location: Chicago, IL
Experience: 3-8 Years

A growing environmental and occupational health consulting firm is seeking a Mid-Level Industrial Hygienist to support a diverse portfolio of industrial hygiene, indoor environmental quality, health and safety, and hazardous materials projects throughout the Chicagoland area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Industrial Hygienist looking to expand their technical expertise while gaining increased responsibility in project management, client interaction, and field investigation activities. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced technical professionals in a collaborative environment with strong opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct industrial hygiene assessments and exposure monitoring programs

  • Perform air sampling, noise monitoring, and occupational exposure evaluations

  • Conduct indoor air quality, mold, and environmental health investigations

  • Perform asbestos and lead inspections, assessments, and sampling activities

  • Collect and evaluate environmental and occupational exposure data

  • Prepare technical reports, data summaries, and client deliverables

  • Develop sampling plans, project scopes, and field investigation strategies

  • Coordinate field activities and project logistics

  • Communicate project findings and recommendations to clients and project teams

  • Support project management activities including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Safety, or a related field

  • 3-8 years of industrial hygiene or environmental consulting experience

  • Experience with exposure assessments, air monitoring, and environmental sampling

  • Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, and related regulatory requirements

  • Strong technical writing and report preparation skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Asbestos and/or lead licenses or certifications

  • Experience with mold investigations and indoor air quality assessments

  • Progress toward CIH, CSP, or related professional certifications

  • Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, educational, industrial, or public-sector clients

  • Familiarity with occupational exposure monitoring equipment and data collection tools

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package with bonus potential

  • Flexible work environment

  • Strong project backlog and steady workflow

  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

  • Professional development, training, and certification support

  • Collaborative culture with strong technical mentorship

  • Long-term advancement opportunities

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Diverse project portfolio across industrial hygiene, occupational health, and environmental services

  • Opportunity to work closely with experienced technical leaders

  • Strong balance of field work, project management, and client interaction

  • Stable organization with a reputation for quality and growth

  • Clear path for continued technical and professional advancement

This opportunity is ideal for an Industrial Hygienist seeking to grow their expertise in exposure assessment, indoor environmental quality, asbestos and lead consulting, occupational health, and project management while building a long-term career within a respected consulting environment.

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