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.

LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER

This position requires a dedicated Environmental Health and Safety professional who will be able to use their skill, knowledge and experience to further our Environmental Health and Safety programs within our fast-paced work environment that includes operations that have never been attempted before! 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Lead Environmental Health & Safety Engineer will:

• Manage the day-to-day and long-term activities/priorities of the EHS team which will include a combination of technicians, specialists and engineers
  • Coordinate with site leadership to ensure appropriate EHS involvement in department development/modification plans and procedure development
  • Represent the EHS department at site wide management meetings/briefings
  • Provide instructional guidance of job assignments, correct procedures and applicable techniques to perform specific skills; ensure accuracy and completion
  • Ensure mission and values are communicated to the team and are integrated within team goals, objectives, and work tasks
  • Provide primary input to hiring, termination, promotion, performance and reward decisions for direct reports
  • Be responsible for administrative authority over direct reports
  • Provide training and guidance as needed to direct reports to ensure they have technical and administrative knowledge needed to implement an occupational health and safety and environmental program
  • Provide instructional guidance of job assignments, correct procedures and applicable techniques to perform specific skills; ensure accuracy and completion
  • Ensure that EHS policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, clients and stakeholders
  • Review and approve Purchase Orders, manage operational budget
• Implement all aspects of an occupational safety program, including processes, programs and documentation outlined by OSHA standards
  • Inspect processes, facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
  • Collaborate with department leadership to proactively ensure regulatory requirements are met
  • Develop solutions to challenges that will improve workplace safety and advance the EHS program
  • Develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met by employees or contractors
  • 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
• Maintain, develop or implement site specific environmental policies which include but are not limited to:
  • Hazardous and non-hazardous waste management
  • Air permitting
  • Spill prevention/response
  • Storm water management
  • Waste water
• Coordinate with and serve as the main point of contact for local resource agencies

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of experience in the design, development, and operational oversight of EHS disciplines

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with an emphasis in Occupational Health and Safety and/or Environmental Engineering
• Demonstrated record of high-performance (Rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycle)
• Demonstrated strong communication skills and an aptitude and desire to lead people
• Experience in both Environmental and Safety fields
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is not a remote position and will require relocation if not already local to the Bastrop, TX area
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          

Lead Environmental Health & Safety Engineer: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.