Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to develop and maintain regulatory compliance and implement safety and health programs. The role includes working with department leadership on job hazard assessments and safety procedures, monitoring employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards, inspecting facilities and equipment, and investigating incidents to determine causes and preventive measures. The position is not remote or hybrid and requires relocation if the candidate is not already local to the Hawthorne, California area. It may occasionally require extended hours and weekend work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in the design, development, and operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in occupational health and safety.
• Strong knowledge and experience interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with and experience implementing machine guarding and industrial hygiene programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and other regulatory agencies.
• Develop and implement safety and health programs, including programs addressing OSHA general industry and construction standards, confined spaces, fall protection, machine guarding, and lock-out/tag-out.
• Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards.
• Understand and implement machine guarding where needed.
• Develop recommendations for remedial actions when employees do not comply with safety policies.
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Complete and maintain documented safety observations from regular hazard identification audits.
• Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, and occupational diseases to determine root causes, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure hazards are appropriately addressed and that Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) assessments are created.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
• Potential discretionary bonuses.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various other discounts and perks.
• Up to 3 weeks of accrued paid vacation.
• Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

What This Job Offers

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