EHS Engineer Principal

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain Test Operations Safety Quality and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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 hardworking team of EHS Professionals you will provide domain expertise to engineering and production resources related to EHSmanufacturing and prototyping. You will support the team on all aspects of safety and health compliance with local state and federal laws at Blue Origin main facilities and satellite locations including but not limited to: OSHA state OSHA PSM NFPA and ANSI requirements. You will also support the team on all aspects of environmental compliance with local state and federal laws including but not limited to: RCRA CWA (including NPDES SPCC and SWPPP requirements) CAA NEPA their state equivalents and any other environmental authorities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the creation and implementation of EHS programs for the evaluation and compliance with environmental regulations including but not limited to waste management programs (including hazardous waste non-hazardous waste universal waste and recycling materials) NPDES programs (including SWPPP and SPCC) CAA compliance and management of change.
• Strategic planning and process improvements for compliance with local state and federal safety health and environmental regulations at all Blue Origin facilities.
• Partner with business leaders to continuously improve the culture awareness and accountability in support of EHS programs.
• Provide support to trends with incidents; including spills injuries hazardous operations launches hurricanes and other emergencies.
• Perform a wide range of EHS consultation services which include planning managing and reporting the results of assessments.
• Prepare and submit reports to federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Create develop update and deliver EHS training.
• Serve as the company focal point for health safety and environmental issues and concerns.
• Evaluate operations for continuous process improvement and implementation of preventive action measures.
• Provide domain expertise to engineering and production resources related to EHS.
• Provide EHS related input for building design and operations.
• Perform periodic audits of Safety and Environmental Programs.
• Knowledge of Title V of the Clean Air Act experience.
• Mentor team members on Environmental requirements good practices and new methods and study outputs.
• Develop and track Environmental metrics for the organization and present to leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Expertise in writing technical reports.
• Knowledge of applicable federal OSHA EPA and State-equivalent regulations.
• Ability and experience of leading government agencies.
• Knowledge of incident/accident reporting practices investigations root cause/corrective action processes.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to details technical writing with an ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information.
• Candidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs withstand prolonged standing and work in adverse weather conditions
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute culture with all levels of leadership.

Required:

• 10 years total work in EHS and leading program strategy and development.
• Required experience includes at least a BS degree from an accredited institution with a focus in an engineering field (including environmental chemical civil and mechanical) or relevant science field (including environmental science and geology).
• Proven environmental compliance knowledge and application.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively with local state and federal regulatory staff and leadership
• 50% travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 years total work in EHS and leading program strategy and development.
• 9 years work experience in operational aerospace environment manufacturing or chemical industry.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) accreditation is preferred
• Preferred familiarity with Washington Florida Texas and/or Alabama State Environmental Regulations.
• Principal Engineer

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $152484.00-$213477.60

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

Export Control Regulations

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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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.

• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

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