Join SpaceX as an Industrial Hygienist to lead industrial hygiene and ergonomics programs at Starbase.
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Joblaze summary
The Industrial Hygienist at SpaceX plays a crucial role in overseeing the Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomics Programs at Starbase, focusing on identifying and mitigating workplace hazards. This position requires expertise in industrial hygiene practices, ergonomic assessments, and compliance with safety regulations, with a strong emphasis on practical solutions. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of relevant experience, preferably in the space launch industry, and should possess certifications such as CIH or CPE. The role is integral to ensuring a safe and efficient work environment as SpaceX advances its ambitious goals.
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Quick facts
- Is the Industrial Hygienist role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Brownsville, TX, USA.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Industrial Hygienist role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Brownsville, TX, USA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Microsoft Office, Ergonomics, OSHA, ACGIH, NIOSH, Industrial Hygiene.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Industrial Hygienist role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST
As part of the SpaceX Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) team, you will be the responsible owner of Starbase Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomics Programs. This position will be responsible for ensuring that industrial hygiene and ergonomic practices are integrated into all aspects of the SpaceX workplace.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as the site’s subject matter expert for the industrial hygiene program.
- Serve as the site’s subject matter expert for the ergonomic program.
- Conduct on-site reviews of work processes and layouts to identify ergonomic stressors, develop common sense solutions, and follow through on implementation of solutions.
- Develop and implement solutions that resolve industrial hygiene and ergonomic risks.
- Lead root cause investigations into significant events within the field of expertise.
- Develop, implement, and improve upon industrial hygiene programs, including but not limited to:
- Industrial and office ergonomics.
- Respiratory protection.
- Chemical hygiene.
- Exposure control planning.
- Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with EHS team members to complete job hazard assessments and provide subject matter expertise consultative support for industrial hygiene and ergonomic hazards.
- Conduct on-site reviews of industrial hygiene processes with a focus on hazard identification and control.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 3+ years of professional experience in the field of industrial hygiene with an emphasis on ergonomics.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- Bachelor's degree in an industrial hygiene discipline (e.g. biology, chemistry, human factors).
- Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE).
- Extensive knowledge of both industrial hygiene and ergonomic job functions highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to research and apply engineering solutions to industrial hygiene and ergonomic risks.
- Experience interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and health regulations.
- Experience in the space launch industry including manufacturing, test, and launch.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Brownsville, TX area.
- Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.