Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

SpaceX • Brownsville, TX

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

We are seeking a highly capable and self-motivated EHS professional to join our Business Operations team. This role is critical in delivering proactive environmental, health, and safety support across a dynamic and fast-paced organization. The ideal candidate is a confident, autonomous operator who thrives while working with minimal supervision and possesses a strong customer service mindset. This position requires a proactive safety leader who can effectively support field teams, leadership, and operational stakeholders both domestically and internationally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk or industrial environments
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direction and make sound decisions in the field
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven experience supporting business operations or field-based teams
• Willingness and ability to travel 50%+ domestically and internationally
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and international EHS regulations
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk or industrial environments
• Experience in Human and Organizational Performance philosophy and program implementation
• Advanced degree in safety engineering
• Excellent organizational, presentation, training, and communication skills
• Experience with interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide expert EHS support to the Business Operations team, acting as a trusted advisor and safety partner
• Travel extensively (50%+, including both US and international destinations) to support operational sites, launch activities, manufacturing facilities, and business initiatives
• Conduct site assessments, audits, hazard analyses, and safety inspections with minimal oversight
• Deliver practical, solution-oriented EHS guidance while maintaining strong relationships with internal customers
• Develop and implement safety programs, training, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to operational needs
• Respond to urgent safety concerns and support incident investigations across multiple locations
• Champion a strong safety culture while balancing operational demands and timelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior