Join Amca as an EHS Engineer to implement safety programs and ensure compliance across multiple manufacturing sites.
Posted by employer 1 week ago
First seen on Joblaze 6 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 7 hours ago
What you'll build
- Implement EHS across all Amca sites
- Own OSHA and Cal/OSHA compliance
- Conduct hazard assessments
- Own the hazardous materials program
- Lead incident investigations
Must have
- 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA or federal OSHA regulations
- Experience writing safety programs
- Experience developing and delivering safety training
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or related field
- Safety certification such as ASP, CSP, or CHST
- Experience with electrical safety
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
Practical constraints
- 5 days a week onsite
- up to 20% travel to other Amca sites
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Joblaze summary
The EHS Engineer at Amca is responsible for developing and implementing the Environment, Health, and Safety program across multiple sites, focusing on site evaluations, safety plans, and training. Key skills include knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard assessments, and experience in safety training within a manufacturing context. This role is suited for candidates with at least three years of EHS experience, particularly in regulated environments like aerospace or defense. The position is based at the Protoshop facility, which emphasizes a hands-on approach to safety in a dynamic production setting.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 6 days ago — first seen on Joblaze October 28, 2026. Last confirmed on Amca's careers page November 3, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$130,000).
- Starts above 44% of 1354 comparable mid other roles in United States we track (median $105,000 across 181 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the EHS Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in El Segudo, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Amca lists $105,000–$150,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this EHS Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Amca is hiring for this position in El Segudo, CA.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Amca targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this EHS Engineer role at Amca.
From the original posting
There was a time when all of America believed that the future of the physical world could be radically different. The engineers of the mid-1900s put a man on the moon in eight years, designed and built planes and submarines from scratch in under three, and conceived of building things we wouldn’t even be able to dream up today.
Overview
The EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Engineer builds and implements the EHS program across all Amca sites. The role is based at Protoshop, Amca's R&D and production factory, which runs a wide range of machinery and test equipment. Responsibilities include initial site evaluations, safety plans, and training at each site. This position is 5 days a week onsite in El Segundo, CA, with up to 20% travel to other Amca sites.
Responsibilities
- Implement EHS across all Amca sites: perform initial site evaluations, establish site-specific safety plans and training, and drive gap closure to a common standard
- Own OSHA and Cal/OSHA compliance across sites, including the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), written safety programs, inspections, and recordkeeping
- Conduct hazard assessments for existing operations and every new piece of equipment or process, and define required controls and PPE
- Own the hazardous materials program: chemical approval, SDS management, hazard communication, storage, labeling, and hazardous waste disposal
- Lead incident investigations and drive safety tickets to closure with root cause and corrective action
- Build and deliver safety training (ex. new-hire, hazmat, PPE, lockout/tagout, electrical and high-voltage safety, pressure safety) and track completion in Amca's training system
- Manage environmental and safety permits, regulatory reporting, and agency inspections
- Partner with shop leadership, facilities, and engineering so safety is designed into new equipment, layouts, and buildouts
- Track safety metrics and report trends and priority actions to leadership
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA or federal OSHA regulations, hazard communication, and hazardous waste requirements
- Experience writing safety programs, conducting hazard assessments, and leading incident investigations
- Experience developing and delivering safety training
- Willingness to travel to other Amca sites up to 20% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering, or a related field
- Safety certification such as ASP, CSP, or CHST
- Experience with electrical safety (NFPA 70E), machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and chemical processes such as potting and solvents
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing
- Experience implementing or scaling an EHS program across multiple sites
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