Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Responsibilities

Engineering & Project Management

• Review facility design changes and capital projects to ensure compliance with EHS standards, building codes, and safety best practices.
• Manage the full life cycle of moderate to complex EHS technical programs (e.g., machine guarding, lockout / tag out, ventilation systems).
• Conduct engineering level risk assessments and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for equipment specific EHS procedures.
• Identify, communicate, and gain buy-in for implementing effective engineering controls.

Compliance & Technical Oversight

• Act as a subject matter expert for specific technical regulatory compliance areas, including California Fire Code.
• Develop, administer, and implement environmental air quality compliance programs in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District (EKAPCD).
• Oversee the Hazardous Waste Management Program (Large and Small Quantity Generator status), including profiling hazardous waste streams, chemical lab packing, and scheduling of drum/bulk pickup.
• Conduct industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring (e.g., noise, air quality, toxic chemicals such as chromium or cadmium, and ergonomic challenges) and interpret results to drive improvements.
• Interact with federal, state, and local regulators; support audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to integrate EHS specifications into daily operational workflows.

Incident Investigation

• Lead the technical aspect of incident investigations for injuries, near misses, or complex equipment related events.
• Identify root causes through root cause analyses and design permanent, robust engineering corrective actions.

Training & KPIs

• Develop and deliver technical EHS training, including new hire training, to maintenance and engineering teams on systems such as LOTO, machine guarding, and confined spaces.
• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, program gaps, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate and support site safety committees to foster a culture of safety and ensure employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (or a related scientific discipline).
• Experience: 2-5+ years of hands-on EHS experience in a manufacturing or aerospace setting. Proven ability to manage technical projects, conduct risk assessments, and implement environmental and/or health and safety programs.
• Knowledge Base: Familiarity with high risk aerospace hazards including control of hazardous energy and LOTO, hot work, fall protection, confined space entry, and ergonomic evaluations.
• Certifications: Preferred certifications include Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA, California Air Resources Board).
• Proficiency in interpreting regulations and applying them to facility specific operations.
• Experience with safety audit methodologies and hazard identification.

Soft Skills

• Adept at managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence cross functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to hands on work and meticulous attention to detail.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to travel between sites (Long Beach, Hawthorne, Mojave) up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Familiarity with the safe operation of Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Familiarity with the safe operation of Overhead crane systems.

Pay Range

• Environmental Health & Safety Engineer I: $90,200 - 128,040
• Environmental Health & Safety Engineer II: $100,040 - $142,008
• Pay Range: California $90,200—$142,008 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package.

Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.s. Export Control Compliance Status

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.