EHS Safety Engineer

Responsibilities
About the Team

The Infrastructure Engineering – Data Center Security and EHS Operations Team plays a pivotal role in driving the company's global growth by embedding security and safety into its designs and buildings, while managing data centers in non-traditional environments that exemplify excellence in safety, sustainability, and security.

Rooted in a proactive culture built on trust, accountability, and strong cross-functional collaboration, the team partners closely with global stakeholders to anticipate challenges and deliver innovative, scalable solutions. Through this collaborative approach and an unwavering commitment to integrity and operational excellence, the team advances the company's vision of becoming an industry leader in resilient, secure, and responsible infrastructure operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drive the execution of regional EHS strategies that enable safe, sustainable, and high-performing data center operations.

• Lead regulatory compliance programs, including audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring adherence to global and local standards.

• Partner with vendors and colocation providers to strengthen EHS governance, risk controls, and operational readiness.

• Champion a proactive safety culture through training, leadership engagement, and emergency preparedness initiatives.

• Utilize data and analytics to monitor performance, identify trends, and inform continuous improvement across the region.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of progressive EHS experience in data center, hyperscale, or colocation environments with regional or global scope

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field

• Proven experience managing EHS programs through third-party vendors and partner ecosystems

• Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED or equivalent (e.g., BLS, ALS)

• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29/30, ANSI, ASME, NFPA, DOT, Clean Water Act, and RCRA requirements

• Familiarity with FEMA ICS and NIMS frameworks (minimum ICS 100 and NIMS 700)

• Solid understanding of RCRA compliance, including SQG and universal waste protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent certification

• Familiarity with industry frameworks (NIST, CSF, CIS, ISO, SOC 2, etc.)

• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement

• Proven project management and organizational abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage quick turnarounds, and meet tight deadlines accurately

• Proficient in interpreting safety and environmental regulations, operating procedures, and standards (e.g., OSHA, CFR, consensus standards)

About Us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.​

Why Join ByteDance
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.​

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.​

Diversity & Inclusion​

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.​