EHS Manager

Zeno Power; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Flexible paid time off

401k plan with employer match

16 weeks of paid family leave

11 observed company holidays

Employer HSA contributions

Life insurance

Transit benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Employee recognition program

Company-sponsored ClassPass benefit

Job summary

Zeno Power is seeking a highly motivated EHS Manager to lead Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at its Radiological Facility in Sunol, California. You will own safety policies, drive regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the Radiation Protection team to integrate conventional safety with radiological controls.

With 7+ years in EHS roles, you will develop training, lead investigations, and manage permits, reporting, and emergency planning.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Physical Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environments, with radiation facility exposure preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and California environmental regulations.
• Experience developing and managing EHS management systems and programs.
• Strong hazard analysis, industrial hygiene, and emergency preparedness knowledge.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own EHS programs, policies, and procedures at Sunol Radiological Facility, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Serve as SME for industrial safety, occupational health, environmental compliance, and hazardous materials management.
• Partner with Radiation Protection to integrate safety controls with radiological work planning.
• Lead hazard identification, JSA, and risk assessments for operations, construction, and maintenance.
• Manage environmental permitting, reporting, and waste programs as appropriate.
• Develop and lead emergency preparedness and response plans (fire, spill, evacuation).
• Conduct EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Manage industrial hygiene monitoring (noise, air quality, chemical exposure).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed EHS in work planning.
• Support self-assessments, audits, regulatory inspections, and regulator liaison.
• Maintain EHS metrics, dashboards, and reporting for leadership.

Skills

OSHA/Cal/OSHA knowledge

Industrial hygiene

Hazard analysis

Emergency preparedness

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

B.S. in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Job description

Company Overview

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries – compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno’s batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated EHS Manager to support the mission-oriented efforts of fabricating and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. Reporting directly to Zeno’s site leadership, the EHS Manager will own the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Zeno’s conventional Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at our Radiological Facility in Sunol, California, working in close partnership with the Radiation Protection team.

In this role you will:

• Be responsible for Zeno’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, policies, and procedures at Zeno’s Radiological Facility in Sunol, CA in compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the facility’s subject matter expert for industrial safety, occupational health, environmental compliance, and hazardous materials management.
• Partner with the Radiation Protection team to integrate conventional safety and environmental controls with radiological work planning and controls.
• Lead hazard identification, job safety analyses, and risk assessments for facility operations, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Manage environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance activities, including air, water, and hazardous waste programs, as appropriate.
• Develop and lead emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire/life safety, spill response, and evacuation procedures.
• Conduct EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action tracking for safety and environmental events.
• Manage industrial hygiene monitoring programs, including noise, air quality, and chemical exposure assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Project Management, Engineering, Regulatory, Quality, and Operations) to ensure EHS requirements are integrated into work planning.
• Participate in self-assessments, audits, and regulatory inspections as needed, and serve as a point of contact for OSHA/Cal-OSHA and environmental regulators.
• Maintain EHS metrics, dashboards, and reporting for facility and company leadership.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Physical Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of relevant EHS experience, including experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or regulated facility environment, with a strong preference for EHS experience related to operations in radiation facilities.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and California environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing EHS management systems and programs.
• Strong understanding of hazard analysis, industrial hygiene, and emergency preparedness principles.
• Perform effectively under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment.
• Capable of managing and supporting numerous simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a DOE or NRC/Agreement State regulated facility.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar certification.
• Experience integrating conventional safety programs with radiological work control.

Job Functions

• Position requires daily in-office presence at Zeno's Radiological Facility in Sunol, California.
• Travel: Travel is required, <10%.
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged.
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work.
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary band for this position is $140,000 - $180,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.

In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• 11 observed company holidays
• Employer HSA contributions
• Life insurance
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development
• Employee recognition program
• Company-sponsored ClassPass benefit to support employee wellness

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.