Senior Environmental Engineer: Starbase Compliance & EHS Lead

SpaceX; South Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Pecan Island, LA, is seeking a Sr. Environmental Engineer to lead environmental, health and safety programs. You will design and implement compliance across construction and manufacturing operations, and work with engineering teams to meet regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes building a program from the ground up, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of professional experience in environmental/regulatory compliance.
• Experience in environmental field with 10+ years in dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing SWPPPs and site BMPs for stormwater compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with handling technical data.
• Able to work in an integrated, cross-functional team with engineers and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve environmental compliance programs at the Starbase location.
• Maintain compliance with regulations established by EPA, DOT and other agencies.
• Track, review and interpret new environmental laws and provide guidance to management.
• Perform environmental audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain stormwater, spill prevention and wastewater permits and tracking tools.
• Coordinate permitting and environmental testing with contractors.
• Assist EH&S team with site operational compliance as needed.
• Support planning for facility changes to meet regulatory requirements.
• Build relationships with regulators and engineering teams across the site.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Environmental engineering degree

Job description

SpaceX in Pecan Island, LA, is seeking a Sr. Environmental Engineer to lead environmental, health and safety programs. You will design and implement compliance across construction and manufacturing operations, and work with engineering teams to meet regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes building a program from the ground up, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced aerospace environment.