Senior EHS & Sustainability Engineer

USA Rare Earth, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Rare Earth, LLC is seeking a senior EHS leader to balance profitability with environmental stewardship and safety across mining and chemical operations. You will embed sustainability in strategy, lead regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7–10 years of progressive EHS leadership, expertise in ISO 14001/45001, and strong communication skills to engage stakeholders, regulators, and executives. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or higher in a related technical field.
• 7–10 years of senior EHS leadership in mining/chemical sectors.
• Deep knowledge of mining regulation, permitting, sustainability.
• Experience building/auditing ISO 14001/45001 systems.
• Strong communication and leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
• English proficiency; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute EHS policies, procedures, and training.
• Maintain compliance with EPA, OSHA, MSHA, and other agencies.
• Lead incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Oversee ISO-based management system integration.
• Engage stakeholders and report to leadership and board.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

Mining operations knowledge

OSHA PSM knowledge

MSHA environment experience

Safety program development

Education

Advanced degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree required

Tools

ISO 14001/45001 systems

Risk management frameworks

Job description

USA Rare Earth, LLC is seeking a senior EHS leader to balance profitability with environmental stewardship and safety across mining and chemical operations. You will embed sustainability in strategy, lead regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7–10 years of progressive EHS leadership, expertise in ISO 14001/45001, and strong communication skills to engage stakeholders, regulators, and executives. Travel up to 20% is expected.