Sr Mgr, Process Safety & EHS

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen's CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Manager of Environmental, Health, Safety & Process Safety (EHS/PSM) to join our leadership team at our East Providence, Rhode Island manufacturing facility. This is an onsite leadership role responsible for shaping Aspen's safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing world-class safety and process safety programs in a dynamic and growing chemical manufacturing environment.

The Manager, Environmental, Health, Safety & Process Safety is a key member of the site leadership team and will serve as a strategic partner in ensuring the health and safety of our employees, the protection of our environment, and the reliability of our operations.

This role reports directly to the Sr. Director, Operations with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Vice President, EHS and will lead a team of four direct reports. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement to elevate Aspen's EHS and process safety performance.

How will you do it-

Leadership & Strategic Direction

• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to the site EHS/PSM team and foster a culture of proactive safety and environmental stewardship.
• Partner with site and corporate leadership to develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS and PSM strategies aligned with Aspen's mission and regulatory obligations.
• Serve as the primary site contact for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, as well as internal and external stakeholders on all EHS/PSM matters.
• Champion employee engagement and accountability around EHS policies, practices, and initiatives.

Compliance & Program Management

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable EHS regulations, including OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119), EPA Risk Management Program (40 CFR Part 68), and Title V Air Permitting requirements.
• Oversee and continuously improve EHS management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 programs.
• Lead permitting, reporting, auditing, and regulatory inspections, ensuring the facility is always inspection-ready.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and maintain strong community and regulatory relationships.

Process Safety Leadership

• Own and advance Aspen's East Providence Process Safety Management (PSM) program, including:
  
  
  
  • Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), HAZOPs, What-Ifs, and Layer of Protection Analyses (LOPAs)
  • Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs)
  • Mechanical Integrity, Safe Operating Procedures, and Training Programs
  • Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analyses
  
  
  
  
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to integrate process safety into project design, operational changes, and day-to-day decision-making.

Training, Engagement & Continuous Improvement

• Design and deliver impactful training programs that build competency and empower employees to prioritize safety.
• Lead investigations of incidents and near misses, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Continuously evaluate and improve safety programs and processes using best practices, data-driven insights, and employee feedback.
• Build cross-functional partnerships to drive continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance withthe organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, and developing employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Why you are right for the job-

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in EHS and process safety management in a chemical manufacturing or similar high-hazard industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, ISO 14001/45001, and other relevant regulations and standards (API, NFPA, ASME, etc.).
• Proven experience with PHA methodologies, LOPA, risk analysis, and process safety software tools.
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in building, coaching, and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems.

Preferred:

• Professional certification(s) such as CSP, CHMM, or CIH.
• Experience leading regulatory inspections and external audits.
• Experience integrating sustainability initiatives into EHS programs.

Why Join Aspen Aerogels

• Lead and shape a high-impact EHS and PSM program at a growing, innovative manufacturing facility.
• Work directly with plant and executive leadership on mission-critical initiatives.
• Collaborative, safety-focused culture where your expertise drives real-world impact.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a difference - protecting people, the environment, and the communities where we operate.

What to expect-

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move no more than 50pounds

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world's toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Expected Compensation: Between $160,000 and $180,000 USD/year based on experience. Yearly Bonus eligibility.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call and leave a voice message at (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.

For Our Rhode Island Applicants:
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility of Aspen Aerogels is subject to Title 28, Chapter 29-6.2 of Rhode Island General Laws, which governs Worker's Compensation.