Construction Safety Engineer (AI Supercomputer)

Overview

As part of the SpaceX EHS Team, you will provide timely, clear, and high-quality technical expertise and assist in implementation of all environmental, health and safety programs for the construction of Memphis’s future AI Supercomputer infrastructure. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical mechanical construction safety acumen with hands-on experience in crane and rigging operations, heavy equipment, welding, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Implement, enforce, and audit the site’s construction contractor EHS management program for SpaceX employees involved in or associated with contractor operations.
• Develop and maintain documented safety observations from regular hazard identification inspections of facilities, machinery, safety equipment, and on-site construction to identify, mitigate hazards, and ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and other regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments, establish PPE requirements, determine safeguards, and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Provide technical oversight and support for high-risk mechanical construction tasks including crane and rigging operations, heavy equipment use, welding, and steel fabrication.
• Monitor and evaluate employee exposure to hazards during nominal processes or emergency situations.
• Develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met.
• Educate and provide necessary safety training to construction personnel.
• Investigate and write corresponding reports for incidents, spills, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine root causes and establish corrective/preventive measures.
• Develop and maintain compliance with regulations established by the EPA, RCRA, DOT, and other agencies.
• Ensure resources are allocated appropriately to safety-related items.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience in the design, development, and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines within the construction industry

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering, mechanical engineering, or occupational health and safety
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Experience in health and safety with commercial/industrial construction projects
• NCCCO certification
• Certified advanced rigger
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Proficient with the management of high-risk activities including steel fabrication/erection, welding, crane/rigging, heavy equipment, electrical safety, excavation, confined space, machine guarding, fall protection, and material handling
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Strong knowledge in federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations
• Experience using Building Codes and National Electric Code
• Familiarity with machine guarding and industrial hygiene programs
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management involving hazardous and non-hazardous releases
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Additional Requirements

• On-site position requiring relocation to Memphis, TN if not already local
• Ability to travel occasionally to support other critical computing infrastructure
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)