EHS Engineer

Hadrian Automation • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $120,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hadrian is seeking an EHS Engineer to support safety operations embedded within its special projects research and development teams. This role is crucial for developing safe, scalable processes for novel manufacturing technologies like advanced welding, additive manufacturing, casting, and forging. The company fosters a culture where zero incidents is the standard, and every team member contributes to preventing harm. The EHS Engineer will act as the primary EHS partner for special projects and process development teams, proactively identifying hazards in new processes before they reach production. Responsibilities include developing controls, writing procedures, and collaborating with engineers and technicians to ensure safety is integrated from the outset. The ideal candidate is technically curious, hands-on, comfortable at the intersection of engineering and safety, energized by novel process challenges, skilled at assessing risk in ambiguous environments, and adept at translating complex hazard profiles into practical controls.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, California, and local regulatory requirements.
• Technical knowledge of hazards associated with welding (MIG, TIG, laser), metal additive manufacturing, casting, forging, and fabrication processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to assess risk in ambiguous, fast-moving environments where standard procedures may not yet exist.
• Demonstrated experience implementing EHS programs and engaging cross-functional teams.
• 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 due to ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing environments (automation, robotics, machining).
• Direct experience with laser safety programs and laser classification/controls.
• Familiarity with metal powder handling safety, inert atmosphere systems, and additive manufacturing post-processing hazards.
• Experience building or improving EHS systems in a startup or scaling environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary EHS resource for Hadrian Factory X and process development teams, providing proactive EHS support from early-stage experimentation through process scale-up.
• Identify and assess hazards associated with new and emerging manufacturing processes including MIG, TIG, and laser welding, additive manufacturing, casting, forging, and general fabrication.
• Develop and implement engineering controls, administrative procedures, and PPE programs tailored to the specific hazard profiles of each process.
• Partner with R&D engineers and technicians to integrate safety by design into new process development workflows and equipment commissioning.
• Lead or support incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action for safety incidents.
• Author and maintain safety procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and risk assessments for all R&D processes.
• Conduct and document hazard assessments (Haz-ops, JHAs, RAs) for new equipment and processes prior to operation.
• Support and deliver safety training to staff on process-specific hazards and controls.
• Provide field-driven feedback to improve EHS program usability and effectiveness across the company.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADEQ, and applicable local requirements, including standards relevant to welding, additive manufacturing, metal casting and forging, and industrial fabrication.
• Serve as a technical resource for regulatory inspections and agency interactions related to R&D processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
• Flexible vacation policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree