Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Varda Space Industries • El Segundo, California • 3m ago

About Varda

The environment of space hold the potential to craft products that profoundly enhance life on Earth. Varda is at the forefront of this endeavor, harnessing the unique environment of low earth orbit to produce these innovations and reintroduce them to our world. Our mission transcends mere exploration; we're expanding the economic horizons of humanity.

At Varda, you'll be positioned at the nexus of ambition and expertise. Our seasoned team, with its rich legacy in aerospace and technology, has honed its skills in the corridors of industry giants. Here, your contributions will be both cherished and critiqued by leaders who, with a wealth of experience behind them, are now devoted to the realm of extraterrestrial manufacturing.

While our aspirations soar high, our path is grounded in technical pragmatism and operational viability. Our conceptual operations are crystalline material processing and reentry, backed by years of research and development anchored in the International Space Station's, and commercial space sectors expansive achievements.

Join Varda, and work to finally create a bustling in-space ecosystem.

About This Role

Varda Space Industries is looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer to support our facilities and labs on Earth and in space. Varda is a fast paced and challenging environment. The environmental health and safety team should be comfortable working on complex chemical and physical systems ranging from chemical propulsion, to pharmaceuticals, to spacecraft development.

This position requires strong overall technical skills, excellent customer service, and great organizational management. The candidate should be a self-starter, self-motivator, and possess ingenuity to work in this novel environment.

Candidates should have experience with regulatory and environmental policies at the local, state and federal level and experience in building safety and environment policies in in a startup environment. The person in this position should have strong overall technical skills, excellent customer service skills, and superior organizational and prioritization management skills. The candidate should be a self-starter, self-motivator and possess ingenuity to excel at this position.

Candidates should have experience in building high-quality systems in support of business operations, development of the spacecraft, and administering complex environments.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory standards including Cal/OSHA, OSHA SBAQMD, Cal/EPA, EPA, etc. (including maintaining records as needed)
Conduct internal due diligence audits when needed and work closely with leadership to implement any corrective actions to implement health and safety procedures
Review material safety data and provide technical expertise, while ensuring sheets are maintained and readily accessible
Help develop testing systems for spacecraft components including chemicals thrusters, valves, and low voltage electrical systems
Keep up to date with new regulations and policies, and updating internal processes and procedures for compliance
Develop safety hardware and procedures for pharmaceutical handling and processing
Evaluate, assess, and develop health and safety procedures and training for all areas of the company
Lead EH&S issue resolution & assist with non-routine troubleshooting of processes and equipment
Oversee hazardous waste storage and disposal
Contribute to ongoing maintenance and inspection of safety systems (eyewashes, chemical showers, fire suppressions systems)  
Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections to identify safety, health, and environmental risks across facility
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Responsible for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management including DOT and RCRA regulations

Basic Qualifications

Expertise in understanding chemical hazards
Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies (Knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards)
Ability to make decisions and recommendations about complex EH&S situations and topics when the solution is not clear
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Atlassian suites
Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
5+ years of relevant experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences,  Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required

Preferred Skills And Experience

Knowledge of basic laboratory and pharmaceutical operations and equipment
Bachelor's degree in engineering with an emphasis in occupational heath and safety and/or environmental engineering
Experience in developing EH&S systems and policies from the ground up in a startup environment
Experience in federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations

Additional Requirements

Must be physically able to regularly lift 25 lbs. for duties such as delivering computers, unpacking and rack-mounting equipment, etc.

Pay Range

Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000
This role is on-sitein El Segundo, CA
Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance
You will be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards
Offer compensation also includes the ability to purchase company stock through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Benefits

Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field to working by your side
Working in El Segundo, CA - an awesome Southern California beach city with quick access to entertainment and outdoor activities
Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth
401(k) matching
Unlimited PTO
Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
Maternity / Paternity leave

Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

E-Verify Statement

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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