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EHS Staff Professional
Lyten
San Leandro, USA
Full-time
Senior · 7+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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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)
- Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:
- Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.
- This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
- Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
- IMPORTANT: Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations, interviews or employment offers may be circulated on the Internet in an attempt to obtain privileged information, or to induce you to pay a fee for services related to recruitment or training. Lyten Does NOT charge any application, processing, or training fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. We Do NOT use any messaging apps to recruit or communicate at any time during the recruiting process. Links to the actual job posting will be provided in the email, please verify the position is posted prior to communicating. All genuine job openings will be posted on our careers page and all communications will be from the recruiting team and will be from a @lyten.com email address.
- Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.
- Why Work at Lyten
- At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.
- Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.
- What You’ll Find at Lyten
- A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.
- Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
- Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
- Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
- Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
- Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
- Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.
- Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.
- Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.
- Basic understanding of business process improvement methodology such as Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Agile, is desired.
Responsibilities
- 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.
About Lyten
Electronics Manufacturing525 employeesFounded 2015
Privately held advanced-materials company making lithium-sulfur batteries, composites, and sensors for automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial customers.
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