Senior Manager, EHS - Robotics
Core
Senior EHS leader providing hands-on safety leadership for OpenAI's scaling robotics operations across multiple sites.
Role type
Senior Manager, EHS - Robotics
Builds
Site-level EHS strategy, risk assessments, procedures, training, and compliance programs for robotics R&D and operations.
Domain
Robotics operations, advanced manufacturing, R&D, industrial safety
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
EHS leadership, machine safety, ergonomics, electrical safety, hazardous energy, material handling, hazardous materials, contractor safety, incident investigation, OSHA/Cal-OSHA compliance, regulatory translation, multi-employer worksite management, preventive risk planning
Preferred skills
Experience in rapid scale/construction overlap, 24/7 operations, influencing senior technical leaders, building EHS systems for emerging organizations, balancing operational speed with risk
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own site-level safety strategy and execution; anticipate EHS requirements for new operations and construction; lead proactive risk identification and control; build and maintain site EHS programs; partner with cross-functional teams to embed safety in design and operations; provide visible field leadership for 24/7 operations; lead incident response and investigation; use data to drive preventive actions; oversee contractor safety interfaces; maintain regulatory compliance and reporting.
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on IC with strategic scope
