Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Job Description

About Powerus

Powerus is building a next-generation American autonomous systems platform designed to move, protect, and sustain critical assets in high-consequence environments. The company combines advanced autonomy, manufacturing capability, operational expertise, and strategic acquisitions to support defense, national security, critical infrastructure, and commercial operations globally.

Mission

Our mission is to deliver resilient autonomous technologies that strengthen national security, improve operational safety, and expand the capabilities of organizations operating in complex environments.

Why Join Powerus

The Powerus Rock Hill facility assembles aircraft with lithium batteries, motors, composites, and electronics, and its production footprint and headcount are growing.

This role owns environmental, health, and safety programs for the Rock Hill site.

Position Overview

Powerus is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Manager to lead safety and environmental compliance programs at the Rock Hill manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and run site safety programs, training, and inspections
• Maintain OSHA recordkeeping and lead incident investigations
• Manage lithium battery storage, handling, and shipping safety requirements
• Manage hazardous materials, waste, and environmental permits
• Conduct job hazard analyses and ergonomic assessments
• Lead emergency preparedness and fire protection programs
• Report safety metrics and drive corrective actions

Qualifications

• Must be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SC
• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience managing EHS programs at a manufacturing site
• Working knowledge of OSHA general industry and EPA requirements
• Experience leading incident investigations
• U.S. citizenship required; this role involves access to ITAR- and EAR-controlled technical data

Preferred Qualifications

• CSP, ASP, or CHMM certification
• Experience with lithium battery safety
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or electronics manufacturing
• Experience with ISO 45001 or ISO 14001
• Active or prior U.S. security clearance

What We Look For

Candidates should have built or improved a site safety program and be able to show its effect on recordable incidents.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Powerus is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and mission-driven workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.