Senior EHS Engineer

Divergent • Torrance, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
Purpose
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving environmental, health, and safety programs across Divergent’s advanced manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while proactively building a safety-first culture within a highly automated production environment that includes additive manufacturing, robotics, CNC machining, and materials processing. The EHS Engineer will partner closely with manufacturing, facilities, and engineering teams to identify hazards, reduce risk, and implement scalable safety systems that support Divergent’s rapidly growing, high-tech production platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field.
• 3–7+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, EPA standards, environmental compliance programs, and industry standards.
• Experience performing risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls

Nice To Haves

• Experience in advanced manufacturing environments (robotics, additive manufacturing, automated production).
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
• Experience with hazardous materials management, chemical safety, or industrial hygiene.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience supporting rapidly scaling or high-growth manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, EPA, and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, job hazard assessments (JHAs), and incident investigations to identify event causes and implement robust, sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure safe design and operation of automated production systems, robotics, additive manufacturing equipment, and CNC operations.
• Lead environmental compliance initiatives including waste management, air emissions, hazardous materials handling, and sustainability practices.
• Monitor and maintain safety documentation, procedures, and training records.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and leadership.
• Perform regular audits and inspections of manufacturing, laboratory, and facility environments.
• Track and analyze safety metrics, incident data, and leading indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Support emergency preparedness programs including drills, response plans, and incident management.
• Collaborate with facilities and operations teams to ensure safe facility expansions, equipment installations, and process changes.

Benefits

• Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.
• We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options.
• Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• We're committed to your professional development.
• Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.
• Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level