Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

CesiumAstro • Austin, Texas • 2w ago

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are seeking a dedicated Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Engineer to develop, implement, and oversee workplace safety programs that ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. The EHS Engineer will identify potential hazards, design safety protocols, and promote a culture of continuous improvement in health and environmental protection. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

In this position, you will work closely with Cesium executives and engineers to develop safety guidelines, standard operating procedures, training matrices, documentation plans, and audit schedules for a variety of safety fields. You will also provide health and safety perspective on all electrical modifications, test setups, mechanical, electrical, and chemical equipment purchases.

All candidates must be detail-oriented with respect to electrical, fire, chemical, mechanical, noise, ESD, and suspended load safety. The ideal candidate will exhibit a deep understanding of relevant safety standards, compliance requirements, relevant training, safety documentation, lockout/tagout, signage, PPE, environmental waste management, and import/export of hazardous material.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs to comply with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Lead investigations into workplace accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and emergency response drills to assess effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Provide training and guidance to employees on workplace safety, hazardous materials handling, and emergency procedures.
- Track all subsequent safety documentation, including standard operating procedures, inspection, and maintenance procedures.
- Develop and execute a plan of action to meet compliance requirements for 29 CFR 1910, 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 1 (and other benchmarks), ISO 14001, BS OHSAS 18001/18002, ANSI S20.20/ IEC 61340-5-1, and other relevant safety standards.
- Collaborate with leadership and employees to foster a safety-first culture and drive continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate records and reports related to safety incidents, compliance activities, and environmental impact assessments.
- Work with engineering and operations teams to integrate safety and environmental considerations into new processes, equipment, and facility designs.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and recommend necessary updates to EHS programs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably in manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial settings.
- Previous experience with a variety of EHS projects.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and component data sheets.
- Ability to read and interpret various safety standards.
- Strong organization skills and experience with safety documentation management.
- Sense of urgency, with ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

- Experience in the aerospace industry
- Experience working in a start-up environment

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.