Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Construction (Starlink)

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer for construction in Bastrop, TX. You will provide technical EHS expertise and implement programs for site construction projects, coordinating with contractors and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has exposure to OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH standards, and experience in hazard assessments, PPE, incident investigations, and environmental compliance. Relocation to Bastrop may be required; bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with construction experience.
• Preferred engineering degree with occupational health & safety emphasis.
• CHST or CSP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce EHS management programs for construction.
• Maintain safety observations from hazard inspections of facilities and activities.
• Identify and mitigate hazards to ensure OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH compliance.
• Collaborate to complete job hazard assessments and PPE requirements.
• Monitor employee exposure to hazards during normal operations and emergencies.
• Educate and provide safety training to construction personnel.
• Investigate incidents and write reports to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental compliance with EPA, RCRA, DOT, TECQ, and others.

Skills

MS Office

Bilingual EN/ES

Strong communication

Regulatory interpretation

Hazard identification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree with OH&S emphasis

CHST or CSP certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER, CONSTRUCTION (STARLINK)

As part of the SpaceX EHS Team, you will provide timely, clear, and high-quality technical expertise and assist in the implementation of all environmental, health, and safety programs for the construction of future facilities in Bastrop. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in both environmental and occupational safety fields, hands‑on, and works well in a fast‑paced environment. We work as a highly integrated team, and job responsibilities will include helping other programs to ensure the overall success of SpaceX.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce the site’s construction/contractor EHS management program, ensuring requirements are understood and followed by contractors and subcontractors performing work for SpaceX
• Develop and maintain safety observations from regular hazard identification inspections of facilities, machinery, safety equipment, and on‑site construction activities
• Identify and mitigate hazards to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and other applicable agencies
• Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments, establish Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, determine safeguards, and implement health and safety policies and procedures to increase safety across all construction sites and projects
• Monitor and evaluate employee exposure to hazards during both nominal processes and emergencies
• Develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met by employees and contractors
• Educate and provide necessary safety training to construction personnel
• Investigate and write corresponding reports for incidents, spills, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine root causes, establish corrective actions, and preventive measures
• Develop and maintain environmental compliance with all applicable regulations established by the EPA, RCRA, DOT, TECQ, and other applicable regulatory agencies

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 1+ years of experience in the design, development, and operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety disciplines within the construction industry (internships may qualify)

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in occupational health and safety
• Experience in health and safety with commercial/industrial construction projects
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Proficient with the management of high-risk activities including steel fabrication/erection, electrical safety, excavation, confined space, fall protection, welding, material handling, rigging, and heavy equipment operations
• Bilingual in English and Spanish desired
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience applying Uniform Plumbing and Building Codes, National Electric Code, and International Fire Code
• Familiarity with exposure monitoring for hazards such as carbon monoxide, silica dust, hexavalent chromium, volatile organic compounds, and other chemicals associated with construction and development operations
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Competencies in using Microsoft Office platforms, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams

Additional Requirements

• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Bastrop, TX area
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, an asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].