Dow professionals in Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) have a shared commitment to protect people and the environment.
They are responsible for ensuring that Dow products and operations meet applicable government or Dow standards, whichever is more stringent. They work to eliminate all injuries, prevent adverse environmental and health impacts, reduce wastes and emissions, and promote resource conservation at every stage of the life cycle of our products.
Our EH&S team is working with academia, government, environmental groups and other companies to minimize the impact of industry on the environment and achieve new levels of corporate citizenship. Their efforts are resulting in industry records at many Dow sites and extensive recognition from communities, governments, activists and the news media.
Opportunities in EH&S span the following disciplines:
Provides specialty-specific expertise and advice to Dow business through the Toxicology Expertise Center and Research Laboratory. Conducts laboratory-based studies to understand and address human and environmental health, regulatory and product stewardship concerns.
Provides technical expertise and support to address health-related issues through consultation with business leaders and external research organizations, including government and academia. In addition to consulting, the Epidemiology Expertise Center conducts studies to ensure company products are safe for customers, employees and communities.
Provides technical expertise on exposure assessment to Dow businesses and their customers. In addition, provides consultation and guidelines on health-related issues such as respiratory protection and ergonomics.
Provides a comprehensive set of occupational health services as well as consulting to company leadership, businesses, and other functions such as Public Affairs and Human Resources. Occupational Health staff members have a key role in driving the success of Dow’s health strategy.
Provides a full portfolio of health education and intervention programs for Dow people as well as oversees on-site fitness centers.
Provides analytical-based expertise – consulting, sample collection and analysis, data interpretation and data reporting/submission – to address EH&S needs. Areas of focus include issue management, process control and optimization, process safety and design, and regulatory compliance.
Provides regulatory expertise on Environment, Health and Safety, and implementation support to our sites and businesses. Advocates Dow positions with external stakeholders and develops environmental programs that advance industry performance.
