Robotics EH&S Lead: Safety, Compliance & Training

Walden Robotics, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company equity

Company-subsidized insurance programs

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Daily lunch

Job summary

Walden Robotics, Inc. is seeking an EH&S Lead to own the environmental, health, and safety program in-house.

This role covers OSHA compliance, general industry safety standards, and the specialized hazards of robotics hardware, lithium-ion batteries, fabrication, and machine shop safety. You will partner with Technical teams and Facilities, conduct safety audits and incident investigations, deliver training, and translate guidance from our external EH&S consultant into practical programs as the

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in EH&S in hardware, robotics, manufacturing, or lab environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and general industry safety standards.
• Experience with hazardous materials programs; lithium-ion battery safety preferred.
• Ability to work independently and scale engagement hours as needs grow.
• Strong communication with technical/engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day EH&S compliance, including OSHA record keeping and reporting.
• Develop safety programs specific to robotics and hardware work, incl. battery handling and shop safety.
• Serve as liaison between engineering, Facilities, and external EH&S consultant.
• Conduct workplace safety audits, hazard assessments, and inspections.
• Manage incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action tracking.
• Develop and deliver safety training for onboarding and equipment-specific topics.
• Partner with Facilities on emergency preparedness, evacuation planning, ergonomics.
• Translate external consultant guidance into actionable programs.
• Support permitting and inspection needs related to hazardous materials storage.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Hazardous materials handling

Safety program development

Workplace safety audits

Incident investigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Lithium-ion battery safety

Technical communication

Education

CSP (Certified Safety Professional)

CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)

Job description

Walden Robotics, Inc. is seeking an EH&S Lead to own the environmental, health, and safety program in-house.

This role covers OSHA compliance, general industry safety standards, and the specialized hazards of robotics hardware, lithium-ion batteries, fabrication, and machine shop safety. You will partner with Technical teams and Facilities, conduct safety audits and incident investigations, deliver training, and translate guidance from our external EH&S consultant into practical programs as the