EHS Engineer - III

Blue Origin•Hutto, TX

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which supports manufacturing and supply chain across Blue Origin facilities. As a member of the EHS team at the Florida site, the EHS Engineer assists with implementing Environmental, Health and Safety programs, including technical safety areas such as explosives, cryogenics, cranes, robotics, process safety management, and radiation safety. The position supports continuous improvement of the safety culture and development of agile safety processes. The role oversees hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal and remediation activities, supports local compliance auditing, executes emergency response plans, and indoctrinates employees and contractors in the Safety Program through training. It also assists with investigations of injuries, illnesses, and near misses and supports development of job hazard analyses. The position requires flexibility to work all hours, including weekends and off shifts as needed.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field.
Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations and local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety compliance laws.
Self-starter and team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships with employees at all levels.
Strong computer aptitude, including current Microsoft Office programs.
Strong self-management skills to stay on track with weekly and monthly tasks.
Must be flexible and able to work all hours, including weekends and off shifts as required.
Must successfully complete RCRA and DOT training within six months of starting the position for hazardous waste storage, disposal, and transportation.
Must be willing to obtain certifications including forklift and First Aid/CPR/AED.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must pass a background check to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification Card.
Applicants must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, permanent-residency, refugee, or asylum status requirements under export control regulations.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of industry-related experience preferred.
Five years of experience in the aerospace industry or industrial operations.
Knowledge of U.S. Space Force safety and environmental regulations.
HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience.

Responsibilities

Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including consolidation, labeling, inspection, and shipment coordination.
Conduct routine environmental and safety inspections, including storm water, SPCC, wastewater, fire extinguishers, and eyewash stations.
Participate in monthly safety walks and safety committee activities, and follow up on corrective actions.
Collect and enter data into EHS software modules.
Serve as an EHS resource for work groups when questions or issues arise.
Assist with incident investigations and required follow-up actions.
Assist with review and work-group development of Job Hazard Analyses.
Perform health and safety audits as required.
Run reports that convey information in a logical format.
Support implementation of EHS programs, local compliance auditing, emergency response plans, employee and contractor safety indoctrination, and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.