Environmental Health and Safety Engineer III (B-Shift)

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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will provide Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) support for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of EHS implementation and compliance programs including but not limited to: OSHA General Industry and Construction standards, hazardous materials, cryogenics, compressed gases, confined space, lasers, fall protection, PPE, hazard communication, crane safety, lockout/tagout, and radiation safety. You must have a passion for continuous improvement of a safety culture, building agile safety processes, and for solving complex problems and providing operable solutions and be capable of acting with minimal direction on your initiative. You will be responsible for helping to maintain a culture that emphasizes accountability, discipline, and attention to detail at all levels.

We are seeking a dedicated individual to support B-Shift operations, working primarily from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Flexibility is required to include overnight shifts during launch operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain compliance with the Blue Origin Environmental Health and Safety Manual and all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA and NIOSH and other applicable government regulatory agencies.
• Provide review and support of current policies and plans as required.
• Interpret new regulations, determine their applicability to organization procedures and standards, and devise strategies and procedures for compliance.
• Collaborate directly with department to complete required hazard analyses / assessments and implement environmental, health and safety policies and procedures
• Drive EHS compliance and continuous improvements that result in promoting and maintaining a proactive safety culture
• Advise management and supervisors on effective methods to resolve EHS hazards/concerns within cost and schedule constraints following a safety order of precedence to include elimination, substitution, engineering controls, work practice controls, training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure that safety of personnel, property, and the environment are within acceptable risk boundaries.
• Anticipate and recognize hazards, evaluate exposures, and offer control methods to protect employees from risks.
• Lead or assist in all aspects of incident reporting including initial follow-up, investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Perform audits as applicable and participate in pre and post meetings, review of findings and opportunities for improvement, implement approved corrective actions, follow-up for effectiveness after completion.
• Deliver virtual presentations or instruction-led to management and employees on EHS initiatives, metrics/measurements, and implementation plans.
• Serve as an advocate for the continuous improvement of comprehensive EHS processes, procedures, and programs; effectively communicate challenges, successes, and areas of concern with management when potential hazards and risks are identified.
• Create, update, and coordinate emergency response plans with state and local emergency planning committees as required. Interfacing with state and federal regulatory agencies and preparing reports as required.
• Inspect launch complex, satellite facilities, and safety equipment
• Provide EHS support To Test and Flight Operations
• Provide oversight and support of PSM activities for all hazardous commodities
• Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations established by the EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, and FDEP other applicable regulatory agencies
• Review and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide guidance to management
• Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
• Conduct and monitor the NPDES and other discharge permits/plans
• Maintain recordkeeping and compliance requirements established for permitted sources
• Responsible for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including DOT and RCRA

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, and/ or bachelor's degree in Engineering from ABET accredited school and proven industry specific EHS experience in aerospace operations, chemical/delivery systems, or space and or missile systems, ground systems or similar; relevant certifications will be considered to support years of experience required
• Strong communication, engagement, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong OSHA and other safety related training and delivery
• Environmental permitting experience
• Proficient digital literacy is preferred, specifically with Microsoft products including SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws/environmental, health and safety regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management methods, pressure systems, and chemical delivery systems
• Knowledge of Near Miss reporting practices and processes
• Good analytical skills and attention to details, technical writing, with an ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information
• Must be able to pass a basic background check and obtain access to the base through the DoD Defense Biometric Identification System.

Desired:

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in occupational health and safety and/or environmental engineering
• 6-8 years of experience
• Knowledge of Space Force 91-710 Range Safety Requirements
• Expertise in Fire/Life Safety Code (NFPA, IBC, IFC)
• Strong working knowledge of commercial space and DoD safety standards
• Process Safety Management
• ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification
• DOD or NASA Launch Operations and Recovery Experience
• HAZMAT, cryogenic, and/or Liquid Propellant emergency response team experience
• Six Sigma Green belt or Black belt
• Experience in both environmental and safety fields
• Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with storm water regulations
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Strong working knowledge of Environment, Safety & Occupational Health

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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