Job Description

Modern Hydrogen is seeking an EHS Manager to join our Customer Operations team based in Woodinville, WA. The ideal candidate is mission-driven and excited to contribute to a fast-paced, cleantech company focused on decarbonizing the energy system. This role requires a demonstrated commitment to excellence, a mindset of constant improvement, a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to fail well and adapt quickly. The successful candidate values time, works with urgency, embraces effective teamwork, and thrives in a culture that prioritizes safety. 

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager will develop and lead our EHS programs, ensuring we maintain a safe, compliant, and productive workplace. The EHS Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS policies and procedures tailored to our growing manufacturing operations. This role requires someone with hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment, who can build EHS frameworks from the ground up, roll up their sleeves to implement these frameworks, drive a strong safety culture, and ensure regulatory compliance. 

Responsibilities:  

• Develop and implement EHS policies, programs, and procedures for our facility in Washington state and field sites. 

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations, as well as industry best practices. 

• Lead risk assessments, equipment commissioning assessments, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and process safety reviews. 

• Foster a safety-first culture, creatively engaging employees at all levels. 

• Develop and conduct EHS training programs, including new hire onboarding, emergency preparedness, and compliance training. 

• Lead our Safety Committee, bringing together cross-departmental participants to identify hazards, share best practices, and drive continuous safety improvements. 

• Maintain and submit required regulatory reports (OSHA logs, environmental permits, air/wastewater compliance, hazardous material handling, etc.). 

• Stay up to date on regulatory changes and advise leadership on implications and suggested path forward. 

• Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections, quickly addressing any non-compliance issues. 

• Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. 

• Develop and test emergency response plans, ensuring preparation for a wide variety of emergencies.  

• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external EHS audits. 

• Establish metrics and KPIs to track and continuously improve EHS performance.   

• Manage hazardous waste disposal, air permits, and stormwater compliance. 

• Implement environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies. 

• Travel to Modern Hydrogen’s pilot and customer locations to implement, enforce, and ensure compliance with Modern Hydrogen’s site-specific safety policies and procedures.     

• Other duties as assigned.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: None. 

Skills and Experience: 

• 5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. 

• Startup or high-growth company experience strongly preferred. 

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and relevant state/local regulations. 

• Proven experience building EHS programs from scratch or significantly improving existing frameworks. 

• Hands-on experience with incident investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective actions. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage employees and collaborate with leadership. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using EHS metrics to drive improvements. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as chat and teleconferencing applications (e.g. Teams, Slack) 

• Consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and the ability to pass a drug and alcohol test based on customer site requirements. 

You are encouraged to apply even if you don't have all the typical qualifications. Modern Hydrogen values diverse experiences, backgrounds and ideas, and we know diversity of thought contributes to our success. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.    

Working Conditions: 

This is an onsite role. The EHS Manager will be required to work on-site in our facility in Woodinville, WA 5 days per week and attend quarterly company events in the Seattle area. These events are geared towards fostering connections between colleagues, building a strong team, and having fun together. 

About Us: 

Modern Hydrogen is an energy & materials company. Our proprietary methane pyrolysis technology converts natural gas into high-value hydrogen while producing solid carbon for asphalt, which is used to strengthen roads. By producing hydrogen at the point of use, Modern Hydrogen helps utilities & industry extend the value of their existing energy infrastructure and reduce emissions, all the while maintaining energy security and affordability. Backed by top investors and customers like Bill Gates, NextEra Energy, and National Grid, Modern Hydrogen is redefining how natural gas resources can become more valuable and sustainable in and beyond the energy industry. 

What We Offer: 

Modern Hydrogen offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families: 

• Pay Range: $100,000 - $130,000/year. *Final compensation may vary based on location, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, etc. 

• Equity: Company ownership through incentive stock options (ISOs). 

• Retirement Savings: SIMPLE IRA plan with a 3% company match. 

• Employee Health Coverage: $15 PPO or HSA medical, dental and vision plan through Premera, with an optional upgrade to advanced vision coverage with VSP.  

• Dependent Health Coverage: 50% company-paid. 

• Optional Health Savings: Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible medical plans. 

• Life and AD&D Insurance: Company paid $100,000 benefit with an option to purchase supplemental coverage. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, wellness, and life planning. 

• Paid Time Off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 8 company-paid holidays. 

• Paid Parental Leave: Paid time away to welcome a new family member. 

• Professional Development: Annual budget for learning and growth opportunities (manager approval required). 

• Immigration Sponsorship and Relocation Support: May be offered for exceptional talent based on role and business needs. 

• Additional perks: A dog-friendly office, a fully stocked breakroom, regular team lunches, and more! 

Modern Hydrogen is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Modern Hydrogen encourages individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities in the energy and technology sectors, to apply. Applicants requiring assistance or accommodation due to a disability may contact  careers@modernhydrogen.com to ensure the application process is accessible. 

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