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EHS Engineer II

BLUE ORIGIN

BLUE ORIGIN

Seattle, WA, USA
USD 89,176-124,846.05 / year
Posted on Aug 29, 2025

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will provide Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) support for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of EHS implementation and compliance programs including but not limited to: OSHA General Industry and Construction standards, hazardous materials, cryogenics, compressed gases, lasers, robotics, fall protection, PPE, lockout/tagout, and radiation safety. You must have a passion for continuous improvement of a safety culture, building agile safety processes, and for solving complex problems and providing operable solutions and be capable of acting with minimal direction on your initiative. You will be responsible for helping to maintain a culture that emphasizes accountability, discipline, and attention to detail at all levels.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with the Blue Origin Environmental Health and Safety Manual and other applicable policies and plans. Provide review and support of current policies and plans as required.
  • Interpret new regulations, determine their applicability to organization procedures and standards, and devise strategies and procedures for compliance.
  • Work directly with work groups to drive EHS compliance and continuous improvements that have direct positive impact on EHS culture; advise supervisors and management on the best methods to resolve EHS concerns including engineering controls, work practice controls, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Anticipate and recognize hazards, evaluate exposures, and offer control methods to protect employees from risks.
  • Lead or assist in all aspects of incident reporting including initial follow-up, investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Perform audits as applicable and participate in pre and post meetings, review of findings and opportunities for improvement, implement approved corrective actions, follow-up for effectiveness after completion.
  • Deliver virtual presentations or instruction-led to management and employees on EHS initiatives, metrics/measurements, and implementation plans.
  • Serve as an advocate for the continuous improvement of comprehensive EHS processes, procedures and programs; effectively communicate challenges, successes, and areas of concern with management when potential hazards and risks are identified.
  • Create, update, and coordinate emergency response plans with state and local emergency planning committees as required. Collaborating with state and federal regulatory agencies and preparing reports as required.
  • Conduct routine facility inspections (i.e., emergency egress, electrical, machine guarding, chemical, working walking surfaces, etc.) to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
  • Work with hazardous waste storage and disposal
  • Potential exposure to: high temperature, high pressure, high current and respiratory hazards, chemicals, flammable/toxic gases, and some radiation.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, and proven industry specific EHS experience in aerospace, chemical/delivery systems, or industrial manufacturing setting or similar; relevant certifications will be considered to support years of experience required
  • Strong communication, engagement, and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong OSHA and other safety related training and delivery
  • Environmental permitting experience
  • Proficient digital literacy are preferred, specifically with Microsoft products including SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations in Washington
  • Knowledge of Process Safety Management methods, pressure systems, and chemical delivery systems
  • Knowledge of close call reporting practices and processes
  • Good analytical skills and attention to details, technical writing, with an ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information
  • Candidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs, withstand prolonged standing, and work in adverse weather conditions
  • Open to working a 1st shift schedule.

Desired:

  • 6-8 years of experience.
  • Expertise in Fire/Life Safety Code (NFPA, IBC, IFC)
  • Process Safety Management
  • ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification
  • HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience
  • Six Sigma Green belt or Black belt


Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $89,176.00-$124,846.05

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

  • Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

  • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

  • Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

  • Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

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