Michelle Kirchman

Professional Summary

Job duties:

I am a Senior EHS Specialist for Tesla! I work at the Gigafactory Texas in Austin, supporting teams within vehicle production (Model Y, Cybertruck, and Cybercab). As a Sr EHS Specialist, I implement a wide variety of EHS programs (such as ergonomics, process safety, industrial hygiene, chemical management) within the shops I support. I’m passionate about Human and Organizational Performance and how we can involve all people in EHS initiatives.

Impacts:

I help protect individual health and wellbeing of our team.

What are you passionate about?

Building a sustainable future! Being part of a sizable company means that I can have a large impact on the environment — and have a much larger influence than you can as an individual.

Describe your educational history:

I completed a BS of Bioenvironmental Sciences with a minor in Geographic Information Science and Technology at Texas A&M in May 2020.

What advice would you give current Aggies interested in entering environmental industry?

Reach out to people in the career paths that interest you. We all want to see our Aggie BESC colleagues succeed, and want to lend a hand where possible. Additionally, don’t forget your degree is just the start! Pursue additional certifications to increase your skillset. Volunteer for projects or teams that give you opportunities to learn and step out of your comfort zone.

If you were entering the environmental industry toady, area would you pursue? Why?

EHS is a growing field with many great opportunities! Combining your environmental background with the safety field will open up many doors.