Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer (Satellites)

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.

SR. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER

As part of the SpaceX Satellites Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team, you will play a pivotal role in providing technical EHS support to our satellite manufacturing teams. You will provide technical expertise and assist in the implementation of all environmental, health, and safety requirements for our satellite and dish manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in both environmental and occupational safety fields, hands-on, and works well in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience in the design, development and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering with an emphasis in Occupational Health and Safety and/or Environmental Engineering
• Experience in both environmental and safety fields
• Mechanically inclined and capable of comprehending basic principles of modern machinery
• Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with storm water regulations
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity and implementation of machine guarding and industrial hygiene programs
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Extensive experience in Environmental fields, including permitting, waste management, and interpretation of federal, state and local environmental regulations
• High level of emotional intelligence and ability to adapt communication styles with all levels of the company
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and quickly course correct
• Proven track record of strong organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations
• Experience and/or education in construction safety

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Environmental Health & Safety Engineer Senior: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year

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