Safety Engineer

Function Purpose 

• Lead the development and deployment of comprehensive safety programs across manufacturing facilities. 

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements. 

• Drive risk reduction initiatives through engineering controls and process improvements. 

• Provide technical safety leadership for capital projects, automation, robotics, and facility modifications. 

• Strengthen employee engagement and safety culture. 

• Reduce workplace injuries, incidents, and operational disruptions. 

Essential Responsibilities 

• Lead safety strategy, objectives, KPIs, audits, and compliance initiatives. 

• Conduct advanced risk assessments, hazard analyses, and safety reviews. 

• Develop engineering controls and machine safeguarding solutions. 

• Support capital projects and equipment installations from a safety perspective. 

• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses. 

• Manage key safety programs including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, fall protection, ergonomics, and emergency response. 

• Develop and deliver safety training programs. 

• Mentor Safety Engineers, Specialists, and Coordinators. 

• Drive continuous improvement and Lean-based safety initiatives. 

• Provide leadership during regulatory inspections and corporate audits. 

Required Attributes 

• Strong safety leadership and accountability. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Strategic and analytical thinker. 

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams. 

• Collaborative leadership style. 

• Data-driven decision making. 

• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. 

Required Knowledge 

• OSHA regulations and regulatory compliance. 

• Machine guarding and Lockout/Tagout requirements. 

• Industrial ergonomics and human factors engineering. 

• Risk assessment and hazard analysis methodologies. 

• Incident investigation and root cause analysis. 

• Industrial hygiene fundamentals. 

• Automation, robotics, welding, and manufacturing safety. 

• Emergency response planning and crisis management. 

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. 

• Project management and safety management systems. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field. 

• 8-10 years of progressive safety experience in a manufacturing environment. 

• Experience leading complex safety programs and compliance initiatives. 

• Experience conducting advanced risk assessments and incident investigations. 

• Experience supporting capital projects and automation implementations. 

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred. 

• Lean Six Sigma certification and multi-site manufacturing experience preferred.