This is a builder-leader role: you'll set the standard, establish the frameworks, and grow the program (and eventually the team) that keeps our labs and data collection environments safe, compliant, and audit-ready.

Responsibilities

• Own safety and compliance end to end across robotics labs and data collection environments
• Set the safety strategy and roadmap as programs scale across sites, and define what "good" looks like for the function
• Develop and implement safety standards, SOPs, and risk mitigation frameworks
• Conduct risk assessments across different lab setups (humanoid, teleoperation, motion capture, etc.)
• Serve as the escalation point and decision-maker on safety risk , including the authority to pause work when conditions require it
• Lead incident response processes, reporting, and root cause analysis
• Conduct regular audits and maintain audit readiness across sites
• Build and lead safety training, onboarding, and a safety champion network across lab teams
• Influence senior stakeholders and report on safety posture, risk trends, and program maturity to leadership
• Hire, mentor, and grow safety and compliance support as the program expands
• Partner with engineering on safe system design , cell layout, e-stops, guarding, interlocks, and operating envelopes
• Balance operational speed with safety and compliance requirements

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in safety, compliance, or EHS roles (technical or lab environments preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership experience , owning a program, leading cross-functional initiatives, or managing/mentoring others
• Experience developing and implementing safety programs or frameworks from the ground up
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and incident management
• Ability to translate standards into practical, operational processes
• Clear communication and proven ability to influence senior and technical stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Experience in robotics, manufacturing, industrial, or lab-based environments
• Familiarity with safety standards (e.g., ISO frameworks such as ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066, ANSI/RIA R15.06)
• People management experience, or experience building a function and its first hires
• Software or technical background as a plus , comfort with ROS, robot control software, teleoperation and motion capture systems, or scripting (e.g. Python) to analyze incident and sensor data
• Experience building or automating compliance tooling , audit tracking, incident dashboards, or safety checklists integrated into lab workflows
• Experience supporting high-growth or rapidly scaling operations
• Background working with cross-functional technical teams

Work Environment

• Onsite lab environment (robotics lab, warehouse, or similar setup)
• Must be able to stand for extended periods during audits and inspections
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 lbs
• Fast-paced environment with evolving operational needs

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