Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Back to jobs New Environmental, Health & Safety Manager Kirkland, WA Apply Radar Reinvented. Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM). Echodyne is seeking a Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to join our fast-growing team.  ROLE OVERVIEW The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving the company's environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a culture of safety. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, Engineering, Operations, and HR to proactively identify risks, reduce workplace incidents, and support a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, and procedures for research laboratories, manufacturing and office locations. Ensure compliance with OSHA, WISHA, EPA, DOT, state, and local regulatory requirements. Lead safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments, identifying corrective and preventive actions. Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions. Maintain OSHA 300 logs, environmental records, permits, and required regulatory reporting for multiple locations. Develop and deliver safety orientation and ongoing employee training programs. Lead emergency preparedness planning, evacuation procedures, and emergency response drills. Partner with local emergency services for pre-planning emergencies. Emergency on-call for critical emergencies such as workplace injuries, chemical spills, and other hazardous material responses. Partner with Facilities and Engineering on equipment safety, ergonomics, hazardous materials management, and facility modifications. Manage hazardous waste storage, handling, chemical inventory, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and environmental compliance programs. Develop a robotic safety program and provide training to affect employees. Ensure all pressure vessels, convenience equipment, and other safety systems are inspected annually and permitted correctly. Develop a contractor safety program and ensure compliance with company safety standards. Chair the Safety Committee and promote employee engagement in safety initiatives. Track and report key safety metrics, including incident rates, corrective actions, and compliance activities. Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risk and improve safety performance. Support workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs in partnership with HR. Partner with other departments to answer questions and guide the company’s response to inquiries from Insurance providers and customer questionnaires. Manage the safety budget and plan future safety improvements. REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE Experience conducting incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies. Familiarity with hazardous materials management, robotic safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and emergency response planning. Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems. DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE  (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)   Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar certification. Experience supporting ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems. Experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing. First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification is a plus. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, electronics, or industrial environment. Strong knowledge of OSHA/WISHA regulations, EPA requirements, and Washington State safety regulations (or applicable state regulations). Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.  WHAT WE OFFER This is an exempt role. The expected annual salary range for this role is $124,733 - $187,048 USD If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. 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