EHS Staff Professional

We are seeking an experienced EHS Staff Professional to provide technical leadership for safety, environmental compliance, and risk management across battery manufacturing operations. This role will be based out of Lyten's facility in San Leandro, and will partner closely with Engineering, Construction, Facilities, Operations and other EHS members to ensure EHS principles are integrated into facility design, equipment commissioning, production ramp-up, and future expansion projects. As a senior individual contributor, you will influence critical business decisions, drive risk reduction through engineering controls, and help establish scalable EHS standards that support rapid growth and operational excellence. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Serve as the EHS technical lead for facility design, capital projects, manufacturing processes, and operational readiness. - Conduct and facilitate comprehensive risk assessments, including HAZOP, PHA, FMEA, JHA, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR). - Partner with Engineering and Operations to identify hazards and implement effective engineering and administrative controls. - Support commissioning and startup activities to ensure equipment, systems, and processes are safe and compliant before operation. - Lead EHS readiness and risk management efforts during production ramp and facility expansion projects. - Develop and maintain EHS standards, specifications, procedures, and governance systems that can scale across multiple facilities. - Provide technical expertise in battery manufacturing hazards, including chemical safety, electrical safety, machine safety, fire protection, and thermal runaway prevention. - Leads regular work area EH&S audits/inspections. Documents findings and work with business representatives to track them to closure. - Leads the effort to establish a Corporate EH&S Management System that conforms to ISO 14001. - Identifies projects and initiatives, establishes project plans, and successfully drive projects to completion. - Improves the EH&S culture by working cross-functionally and collaboratively with colleagues and senior leaders to build a culture that embraces proactivity and integrates EHS processes into the business. - Leads EH&S business process improvement initiatives in support of our mission and objectives. - Supports emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and business continuity. May be called after hours to support emergency incidents onsite. Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Team. Must be able to wear a respirator. - Contributes to the development of manufacturing, maintenance, and R&D safe work practices. - May manage external resources on limited scope projects. - Travel between Lyten facilities is required approximately 10-20% of the time. - Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental health and safety) AND 5+ years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety within battery manufacturing, automotive , chemical manufacturing, energy storage or advanced manufacturing environments OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental health and safety) AND 7+ years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety within battery manufacturing, automotive, chemical manufacturing, energy storage, or advanced manufacturing environments. - Experience supporting projects from design and construction through commissioning, startup, and production operations. - Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, hazardous materials, industrial hygiene, process safety, and machine safety requirements. - Proven ability to lead complex risk assessments and influence engineering and operational decisions. - Basic understanding of business process improvement methodology such as Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Agile, is desired. Preferred Qualifications - Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). - Direct experience with lithium-ion battery manufacturing or energy storage systems. - Expertise in HAZOP, PSSR, MOC, FMEA, and process safety management practices. - Experience with thermal runaway mitigation, fire protection systems, and large-scale manufacturing expansions. - Demonstrated success developing EHS standards and scalable governance systems in fast-growing organizations. Physical Requirements - Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. - Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work around industrial manufacturing equipment for extended periods. This is an onsite position and is not eligible for relocation. Compensations Range: The expected base salary range for this position is between $128,200.00 - $192,400.00 The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. Disclosures: Pay Transparency Disclosure: This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge. In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)