Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer (Crane Safety)

SpaceX

8d•Onsite

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. SR. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER (CRANE SAFETY) The Sr. Crane Safety Engineer supports SpaceX's business operations team by providing company level oversight of crane, rigging, and heavy equipment program development and implementation. They provide content updates for training programs focused on safety and employee adherence to company policy. The Sr. Crane Safety Engineer is based in Starbase, Texas while supporting all sites with heavy equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of experience as a lift director

Nice To Haves

10+ years of experience as a certified advanced rigger
Industry leader in crane operations, rigging equipment and their applications
Experience leading safety briefings for critical/high consequence operations
Experience with preventative maintenance of equipment as well as equipment installations
Experience with continuous process improvement and implementation of new methods for creating improved efficiencies in business operations highly preferred
Ability to calculate and determine appropriate lifting equipment and write lift plans
Strong working knowledge of lifting signals and communications
Strong working knowledge of operating and inspecting heavy equipment
Organized and self-driven capable of working independently with little direction
Demonstrate innovative and futuristic thinking to drive continuous improvement
Able to multi-task and be detail oriented while also working within time constraints and deadlines
This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Brownsville, TX area
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations when requested
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required
Willing to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
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. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

Responsibilities

Develop and implement crane safety programs, including policies, procedures, and training modules for operators, riggers, and other personnel involved in crane operations
Support the overall leadership team with inputs for strategic planning for efficient critical lifting operations
Advise SpaceX asset procurement strategy for heavy equipment to ensure the required capability and capacity are available based on the required work scope per site
Train and certify crane operators, signal persons, and riggers on safe operating practices, emergency procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Investigate crane-related incidents, accidents, or near-misses, prepare detailed reports with root cause analysis and recommendations for preventive measures
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure cranes are properly maintained, calibrated, and modified as needed for safe performance
Stay updated on industry regulations, best practices, and technological advancements in crane safety, and recommend updates to organizational protocols accordingly
Review and provide technical expertise feedback lift plans and critical lifts plans as needed
Provide on-site guidance during complex lifts, ensuring adherence to lift plans, signaling protocols, and safety zones
Maintain accurate records of inspections, training, incidents, and compliance documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
Conduct routine and non-routine audits of crane operations across the organization
Promote a culture of safety by conducting safety audits, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns focused on crane operations