Senior Director of Environment – Health – And Safety
| Company | Commonwealth Fusion Systems |
|---|---|
| Location | Devens, MA, USA |
| Salary | $200000 – $300000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in EHS-related discipline, engineering, or equivalent experience
- 15+ years’ progressive experience in health and safety engineering and management, preferably in complex technical environments such as heavy industry, power, or advanced R&D
- Experience leading EHS functions for a company with national or global operations
- Safety certification in at least one of the following: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Safety Manager (CSM), Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- Proven track record of creating and implementing EHS programs
- Familiarity with chemical safety, hazard communication, and waste management
- Experience with high-voltage, high-current, pressurized systems, heavy lifts/rigging, cryogenics, and related hazards
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization and with external agencies
- Demonstrated success in leading, mentoring, and developing EHS teams
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
- Strong time management and organizational capabilities
- Adept at risk assessment, problem-solving, and critical thinking
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
- Capable of inspiring change, mentoring colleagues, and driving continuous improvement in a lean, fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Build a comprehensive EHS roadmap, scaling from an early-stage operation to a global enterprise
- Champion a safety-first culture and drive continuous improvement in all EHS aspects
- Lead the transformation to redefine EHS standards for the company and set a precedent for safe and secure operations for the fusion industry as a whole
- Integrate EHS considerations at every stage of design, construction, and commissioning to minimize hazards and risks
- Work closely with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to embed safety by design principles into new projects and facilities
- Provide EHS oversight on SPARC construction, commissioning, and operations; particularly for systems involving high voltage, high current, high pressure, heavy lifts, cryogenics, and other high-risk hazards
- Partner with leaders across the organization (including Security, Radiation Protection, Environmental Engineering, Business Continuity) to align EHS objectives with overall business goals
- Influence facility layouts, equipment selection, and operational processes with a safety lens
- Conduct root-cause analyses for safety incidents and near misses. Identify corrective actions and drive organization-wide learning to prevent recurrence
- Manage compliance with relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations
- Ensure all operational standards are met or exceeded
- Lead a team of EHS managers and engineers, providing mentorship, professional development, and performance feedback
- Foster an environment of collaboration, accountability, and innovation
- Contribute EHS expertise throughout full project lifecycles, including construction, commissioning, startup, and handover/transition to operational teams
- Develop and manage EHS budgets, staffing plans, and project scopes
- Communicate effectively with leadership on EHS status, risks, and resource requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years’ experience in EHSS leadership roles for new products/industries
- Experience with the application of Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies
- Successful completion of safety management through a full project lifecycle, from early-stage design and construction through commissioning, handover, and operations