Environmental Program Manager Jobs in California

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies-like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion-have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We're a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful-because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you're ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you'll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position:

Intuitive has an opportunity available for an Environmental Manager to join the team. The Environmental Manager will oversee the development and management of Intuitive's Environmental programs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, administer and implement, environmental programs in accordance with governmental requirements
• Manage environmental compliance programs, conduct audits, and interact with regulatory agencies
• Review and analyze environmental documentation issued by the federal EPA, state and local regulatory agencies
• Interact with federal, state and local regulators to resolve compliance issues; establish permit requirements and assist in EPA, state and local regulatory audits
• Managing compliance programs including:
  • Air quality management programs including federal, state and local permits
  • Refrigerant monitoring and reporting
  • Industrial water compliance programs including stormwater and wastewater
  • Hazardous waste handling and disposal
  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
• Educate stakeholders of meaning and interpretation of all OSHA, EPA and Intuitive related standards
• Develop professional relationships externally and participate in industry peer meetings

Qualifications

Experience, Education:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or related discipline
• 8+ years of experience in EH&S specializing in Environmental Program Management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of environmental programs such as hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater and air permitting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of EPA (federal and local) and OSHA (federal and local) laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to environmental programs
• Capable of identifying known potential environmental exposures and recommending corrective action
• Experience developing and implementing environmental programs
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Project Management, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government's licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan ("TCP") (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee'sstart date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate's qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.