EHS Staff Professional

Lyten • San Leandro, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense. At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made. We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators. Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century. The EHS Staff Professional will develop, continuously improve, and implement EH&S programs to effectively manage risk and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations at Lyten’s facilities in California, Nevada, and Illinois. This role will be based out of Lyten’s facility in San Leandro. The Staff EH&S Professional will also foster a positive EH&S culture in a growing, fast-paced startup environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental health and safety) AND 5+ years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety within battery, semi-conductor, chemical manufacturing or similar industry OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental health and safety) AND 7+ years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety within battery, semi-conductor, chemical manufacturing or similar industry
• Basic understanding of business process improvement methodology such as Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Agile, is desired.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• This is an onsite position and is not eligible for relocation.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Ergonomist (CIE), and/or Certified Instructional Designer/Developer (CIDD)

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and continuously improves EHS policies, programs and procedures required to maintain a safe workplace and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders to develop practical solutions that supports business objectives.
• Establishes the Corporate EH&S training program to ensure Lyten employees are provided the training they need to do their jobs safely and protect the environment. This will include creating, at a minimum, a comprehensive training matrix, training calendar, and engaging training materials that incorporate adult learning techniques and result in higher retention of information, improved job performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Conducts comprehensive risk assessments, developing tactics to reduce risk to tolerable levels.
• Leads regular work area EH&S audits/inspections. Documents findings and works with business representatives to track them to closure.
• Leads the effort to establish a Corporate EH&S Management System that conforms to ISO 14001.
• Identifies projects and initiatives, establishes project plans, and successfully drive projects to completion.
• Improves the EH&S culture by working cross-functionally and collaboratively with colleagues and senior leaders to build a culture that embraces proactivity and integrates EHS processes into the business.
• Leads EH&S business process improvement initiatives in support of our mission and objectives.
• Supports emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and business continuity. May be called after hours to support emergency incidents onsite.
• Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Team. Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Contributes to the development of manufacturing, maintenance, and R&D safe work practices.
• May manage external resources on limited scope projects.
• Travel between Lyten facilities is required approximately 10-20% of the time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees