Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Specialist, Power Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence . As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role:

Crusoe is seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Specialist to join our expanding team and champion safety across our power operations. Based at our data center power plant in Abilene, TX, with potential travel to additional locations, you'll be an integral member of the Power Operations Team. Your deep technical safety knowledge, especially in rotating equipment, electrical safety, process safety, and/or large-scale turbine operations , will be crucial. We're looking for someone who can effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, continuously assess and mitigate risks, and foster a robust safety culture. This is a full-time position where your expertise will directly contribute to the efficiency and well-being of our critical power infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Risk Partnership & Action Planning: Partner closely with the Power Operations Team to understand operational risks and develop concrete action plans to effectively address them.

• HSE Culture Development: Cultivate a high level of HSE awareness and a strong safety culture through consistent communications, targeted training, and promotion of active involvement in all HSE programs.

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct thorough assessments of worker risks and provide actionable recommendations to reduce exposure and enhance safety.

• Procedure & Process Implementation: Develop and implement various HSE processes, procedures, work instructions, and checklists, ensuring clear guidelines for safe operations.

• Compliance Monitoring & Reporting: Actively monitor compliance with all relevant regulations, internal policies, and established procedures, and regularly report on HSE objectives and key metrics.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise effectively with contractors, clients, and regulatory agencies regarding HSE issues, ensuring transparent and constructive communication.

• Audit & Assessment Support: Plan and actively assist with compliance audits and assessments, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

• Incident Investigation & Analysis: Facilitate thorough incident investigations and lead root cause analysis efforts following any failures, incidents, or accidents to prevent recurrence.

• Corrective Action Follow-Up: Actively monitor and follow up on the status of corrective actions, reports, and audit findings, ensuring timely completion and effectiveness.

• HSE Training & Development: Coordinate and actively participate in the HSE training of all personnel, enhancing their safety knowledge and practices.

• Regulatory Awareness: Maintain continuous awareness of new HSE requirements and manage their integration into existing systems and practices accordingly.

• Documentation Management: Ensure that all relevant HSE documentation is meticulously maintained and readily available at all worksites.

• Operational Group Support: Provide HSE support to other operational groups and projects as necessary, demonstrating flexibility and a broad commitment to safety.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Industry Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of relevant industry experience , with a strong preference for backgrounds in Oil and Gas, Plants, Refineries, Power Generation, or other heavy industrial operations.

• HSE Regulatory Knowledge: Possess deep technical knowledge of various HSE rules and regulations at both the Federal and State levels, ensuring comprehensive compliance.

• Direct Implementation Experience: Proven direct experience with the practical implementation of HSE rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in an operational environment.

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective interaction across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.

• Excellent Computer Skills: Proficient computer skills for documentation, reporting, and utilizing HSE management systems.

• Legal Work Authorization: Must be able to legally work and reside in the US without requiring sponsorship.

• Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.

Bonus Points:

• University degree in a related field (e.g., Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering).

• Specific expertise in rotating equipment safety, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), or process safety management (PSM).

• Certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), ASP (Associate Safety Professional), or OHST (Occupational Health and Safety Technologist).

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth company environment.

• Proven ability to drive cultural change related to safety.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity packages

• Restricted Stock Units

• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs

• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance

• Employer contributions to HSA account

• Paid parental leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional development & tuition reimbursement

• Mental health & wellness support

• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)

• Cell phone stipend

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

• Volunteer time off

• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance

• Daily meals allowance

• Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $95,000 -$115,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. (#INDDIG)

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.