Environmental Health & Safety Engineer (Starshield)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Mississippi; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a safe workplace. This position involves developing safety policies, conducting audits, and collaborating with leadership to assess job hazards. You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on advancing the commercial and National Security space industry. If you are passionate about safety and environmental protection, and ready to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation (3 weeks)

Paid holidays (10 or more)

Sick leave (5 days per year)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Long-term incentives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in environmental health and safety disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify potential hazards.
• Conduct audits and maintain documentation for safety compliance.

Skills

Environmental Health and Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, EPA)

Hazard Assessment

Accident Investigation

Emergency Response Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Occupational Health and Safety)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA and NIOSH and other applicable regulatory agencies.
2. Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
3. Monitor employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards.
4. Understand and implement machine guarding where needed.
5. Develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met by employees.
6. Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
7. Complete and maintain documented safety observations from regular hazard identification audits.
8. Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine root causes, corrective actions and preventive measures.
9. Develop, implement and maintain safety contingency plans (fires, spills, etc.).
10. Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations established by the EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, TRRC, RWQCB, NEPA and other applicable regulatory agencies.
11. Review and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide guidance to management.
12. Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
13. Conduct and monitor the NPDES and other discharge permits/plans.
14. Maintain recordkeeping and compliance requirements established for permitted sources defined by the local AQMD.
15. Responsible for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including DOT and RCRA.
16. Maintain compliance with the Certified Unified Program Agency.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. 3+ years of experience in the design, development and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in occupational health and safety and/or environmental engineering.
2. Experience in both environmental and safety fields.
3. Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with storm water regulations.
4. Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with the CEQA regulations.
5. Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations.
6. Strong organizational and communication skills.
7. Familiarity and implementation of machine guarding and industrial hygiene programs.
8. Experience with emergency response communication and incident management in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water.
9. Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
10. Passion for advancing the commercial and National Security space industry.
11. Ability and willingness to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.
2. An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.
3. Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
EHS Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
EHS Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.