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The Waymo Safety team works to promote and help to continuously improve the safety of Waymo’s fully autonomous driving technology. Our experts develop safety goals and strategies, and conduct safety engineering analyses to ensure safety is being considered throughout the design and development of our vehicles. The team develops and promotes safety strategies and policies for autonomous vehicles for its work with regulatory authorities, lawmakers, law enforcement and public and non-profit organizations. Our Safety Team also helps advise on compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations. In this hybrid role, you will report to a Environment, Health and Safety Manager.
Job Responsibility:
Implement and maintain comprehensive EHS programs for Waymo’s Americas sub-regional operations, ensuring alignment with Waymo’s Global EHS Standards, Regional EHS Programs, and local regulatory requirements
Provide tactical EHS leadership for new market entries and site activations, including site design reviews and operational readiness support
Manage the EHS performance of a workforce consisting of both employees, third-party vendors, and partners by ensuring strict adherence to Statements of Work (SOWs) and safety requirements
Execute EHS hazard assessments, including as Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and PPE Assessments, identifying opportunities to improve controls and mitigate hazards
Execute EHS incident investigations and root cause analyses, driving corrective actions to prevent recurrence and fostering a culture of continual improvement
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT) by maintaining compliance calendars and managing regulatory reporting obligations
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in an EHS role, with specific experience managing EHS programs across multiple sites or a geographic region
In-depth knowledge of US federal and state EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, Cal/OSHA) related to general industry
Demonstrated experience managing EHS within operational environments such as transportation or manufacturing facilities
Proven track record of effectively managing EHS performance of employees, third-party vendors, and contractors utilizing a mix of both internal and external resources
Experience supporting EHS compliance audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and hazard assessments with the ability to translate findings into actionable business solutions
Nice to have:
Experience in the autonomous vehicle, automotive, or high-tech hardware industry
Specific expertise in the safety and environmental aspects of high-voltage systems and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure
Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
Experience supporting construction safety and new site build-outs, particularly in a high-growth or startup environment
Proficiency with EHS software platforms for data management and reporting
Professional certification such as ASP (Associate Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
What we offer:
discretionary annual bonus program
equity incentive plan
generous Company benefits program
top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
mental wellness support
gym membership
special wellness programs
competitive compensation
bonus opportunities
equity
employees provident fund
lots of other perks and employee discounts
flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year