Job title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Company: Neuralink
Job description: About Neuralink:We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.Team Description:The Safety Team plays a critical role in our organization by implementing safety protocols and ensuring employee adherence. We conduct risk assessments and identify potential hazards, taking proactive measures to mitigate any threats. With a strong focus on employee safety, the team fosters a culture of safety awareness, promoting the well-being of our workforce. The safety team also prioritizes stakeholder protection, safeguarding the safety of visitors, and contractors. Our efforts have a positive impact on our operations, creating a secure environment that enables smooth business functioning and enhances productivity. We aim to reduce accidents and injuries, improve employee morale, ensure compliance with regulations, and increase cost savings by preventing accidents.Job Description and Responsibilities:As an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Neuralink, you will support the day-to-day functions of the Safety Team for our California locations as well as other functions throughout the company. This will include continuously maintaining facility permits and registrations to comply with local, federal, and state regulations along with improving existing safety programs, training, processes, and operations. We are looking for a well-rounded, mechanically-inclined team member who enjoys working on unique projects that will push them outside their comfort zone. Additionally, you will be expected to:
- Maintain an inventory of consumables (e.g., chemicals, PPE, and tools) and restock when needed
- Collaborate with engineers and scientists to ensure their processes are safe and review new and existing chemicals
- Work with external vendors to ensure the facility equipment (e.g., house vacuum, CDA, nitrogen, DI water, AWN, process chilled water) is well maintained and documented
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience within a health and safety role
- 3+ years of experience handling, storing, safekeeping, and removing hazardous materials (e.g., acids, bases, solvents)
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and requirements (e.g., stormwater, hazardous waste, industrial wastewater, spill prevention, control, countermeasure (SPCC), and soil management)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- EHS Certifications such as ASP: Associate Safety Professional, CSP: Certified Safety Professional, and CIH: Certified Industrial Hygienist
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Environmental-related discipline or equivalent industry experience
- Prior experience in building facilities (e.g., HVAC, DI water, CDA, Nitrogen, Vacuum, exhaust) and wastewater treatment (AWN)
- Previous experience preparing hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater discharge reports
- Familiarity with setting up EHS programs and training such as LOTO, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Equipment Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Ergonomics, etc.
- Technical background knowledge of chemical interactions and handling
- Prior experience analyzing, developing, and implementing corrective actions to ensure safe working environments
- Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practices)
Additional Requirements and Competencies:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand and walk for 10+ hours daily
- Ability to climb stairs
Expected Compensation:At Neuralink, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.California Base Salary Range:$63,000—$105,000 USDWhat We Offer:Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
- Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
- Paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Meals provided
- Equity + 401(k) plan *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Expected salary: $63000 – 105000 per year
Location: Fremont, CA
Job date: Sun, 02 Mar 2025 06:41:23 GMT
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