EHS Engineer II

DIVERGENT; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Parental leave

Learning & development

Job summary

Divergent is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer II to support and enhance EHS programs across our manufacturing operations in Los Angeles. You will collaborate with manufacturing, facilities, engineering, and operations teams to ensure OSHA, EPA, and related regulations are met while advancing a proactive safety culture.

In this fast-paced environment, you will conduct routine inspections, investigations, and training, maintain compliance records, and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Health, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, chemical, or related environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste, air quality, wastewater, and chemical safety regulations.
• Experience supporting EHS compliance programs, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and execution of site environmental, health, and safety programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DTSC, AQMD, and other applicable regulations.
• Assist with management of hazardous waste, wastewater, stormwater, air permitting, and chemical compliance programs.
• Conduct routine EHS inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses to identify hazards and drive corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, supporting root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs including HAZCOM, PPE, LOTO, emergency response, and other required safety topics.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

EHS program management

Incident investigations

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Health, Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHS software

Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

Divergent is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer II to support and enhance environmental, health, and safety programs across our advanced manufacturing operations. This role will partner cross-functionally with manufacturing, facilities, engineering, and operations teams to ensure compliance with applicable environmental and occupational safety regulations while helping drive a proactive safety culture. The EHS Engineer II will support day-to-day EHS operations, participate in incident investigations and corrective actions, maintain compliance programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This role is ideal for an engineer with prior manufacturing EHS experience who is continuing to develop technical expertise and ownership within a fast-paced production environment.

The Role

• Support implementation and execution of site environmental, health, and safety programs in compliance withOSHA, EPA, DTSC, AQMD, and other applicable regulations
• Assist with management of hazardous waste, wastewater, stormwater, air permitting, and chemical complianceprograms
• Conduct routine EHS inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses to identify hazards and drivecorrective actions
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, supporting root cause analysis and corrective/preventiveaction implementation
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs including HAZCOM, PPE, LOTO, emergency response, and otherrequired safety topics
• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes for equipment, facility, and operational changes
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, regulatory records, permits, reports, and compliance tracking systems
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve workplace safety, ergonomics, and operationalcompliance
• Support contractor safety management and ensure compliance with site safety requirements
• Participate in emergency preparedness and response activities
• Assist with implementation and continuous improvement of EHS management systems and standard operatingprocedures
• Contribute to fostering a positive, proactive, and accountable safety culture throughout the organization

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Health, Engineering, or related technical field
• 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, chemical, or related environments
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste, air quality, wastewater, and chemical safety regulations
• Experience supporting EHS compliance programs, inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EHS documentation/reporting systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting advanced manufacturing or industrial production environments
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems
• Experience with hazardous waste management, wastewater systems, air permitting, or stormwater compliance
• Knowledge of industrial safety programs including LOTO, machine guarding, fall protection, confined space, and contractor safety Experience participating in Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Professional certifications such as HAZWOPER, RCRA, ASP, CSP, CHMM, or related credentials preferred
• Onsite

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels ABC - XYZ as evaluated through our interview process.

Pay Range

$111,300 - $176,720 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify . E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

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