Safety engineer job description
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Safety engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in safety engineer job postings.
Sample safety engineer requirements
- Knowledge of engineering principles and safety regulations
- Experience with hazard identification and risk assessment
- High level of understanding of industrial processes
- Familiarity with safety equipment and systems
- Proficiency in using computer software related to safety
Sample required safety engineer soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Organizational and multitasking skills
Safety engineer job description example 1
Allegro MicroSystems safety engineer job description
At Allegro we flex. Flex@Allegro is our approach to hybrid working that empowers managers and their team members to decide where and when work will be done. Ask what Flex@Allegro can mean for you.
Allegro is looking for a highly motivated Software Functional Safety Engineer where you will be working at the forefront of technical innovation and ensuring our automotive and commercial software engineering teams are complying to our implementation of Safety (ISO 26262), ASPICE and cybersecurity.
The functional safety software process team selects and identifies industry leading tools, infrastructure, and processes to a dynamic development community spread across the globe.
What you'll be doing:
Responsible for software process development, tool selection, usage and product implementation for the corporation.Provide guidance to software product development teams so they can better understand compliance issues and assessment findings.Perform internal Safety process assessments across SW organization on products with embedded software.Provide early feedback to software development teams on assessments to allow them to begin addressing findings as soon as possible Create Safety assessment reports post assessment for SW development teams to document their compliance to implementation of the Safety specification.Drive and provide feedback on Safety compliance status. Provide recommendations for effective and efficient implementation.As needed, coach software teams or create and provide training so that software teams can successfully achieve high Safety ratings.Drive and support engineering activities according to Safety standards during all project phases (concept, product development, product design, development, validation, production).Support internal/external Safety process/product audits.
What we need to see:
10+ years of experience with a BS or MS in an engineering related discipline or equivalent experience.Strong knowledge of and experience in ISO26262 functional safety methodology, standards, software methods, procedures, tools, and customer related processes.Hands-on engineering experience in automotive software.Hands on experience with tools that support safety engineering lifecycle.Track record in successful functional safety assessments is a plus.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience with full SW lifecycle for at least 3 projects.Experience with ASPICE or similar SW process.Minimum of 2+ years of experience performing functional safety assessments.
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At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment-free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration. Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Allegro is looking for a highly motivated Software Functional Safety Engineer where you will be working at the forefront of technical innovation and ensuring our automotive and commercial software engineering teams are complying to our implementation of Safety (ISO 26262), ASPICE and cybersecurity.
The functional safety software process team selects and identifies industry leading tools, infrastructure, and processes to a dynamic development community spread across the globe.
What you'll be doing:
Responsible for software process development, tool selection, usage and product implementation for the corporation.Provide guidance to software product development teams so they can better understand compliance issues and assessment findings.Perform internal Safety process assessments across SW organization on products with embedded software.Provide early feedback to software development teams on assessments to allow them to begin addressing findings as soon as possible Create Safety assessment reports post assessment for SW development teams to document their compliance to implementation of the Safety specification.Drive and provide feedback on Safety compliance status. Provide recommendations for effective and efficient implementation.As needed, coach software teams or create and provide training so that software teams can successfully achieve high Safety ratings.Drive and support engineering activities according to Safety standards during all project phases (concept, product development, product design, development, validation, production).Support internal/external Safety process/product audits.
What we need to see:
10+ years of experience with a BS or MS in an engineering related discipline or equivalent experience.Strong knowledge of and experience in ISO26262 functional safety methodology, standards, software methods, procedures, tools, and customer related processes.Hands-on engineering experience in automotive software.Hands on experience with tools that support safety engineering lifecycle.Track record in successful functional safety assessments is a plus.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience with full SW lifecycle for at least 3 projects.Experience with ASPICE or similar SW process.Minimum of 2+ years of experience performing functional safety assessments.
#LI-MD1
At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment-free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration. Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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Safety engineer job description example 2
Massachusetts Institute of Technology safety engineer job description
+ Department: Dof Campus Services & Maintenance
+ School Area: Department of Facilities
+ Employment Type: Full-Time
+ Employment Category: Exempt
+ Visa Sponsorship Available: No
+ Schedule: M-F
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Information on MIT's COVID-19 vaccination requirement can be found at the bottom of this posting.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY ENGINEER, Facilities-Campus Services and Maintenance, to support the 700+ employees that serve a large and complex campus environment (134 buildings, 11 million square feet). Will work under the direction of the EHS manager and oversee day-to-day activities within the department; provide guidance as necessary; stop and correct unsafe work practices; monitor compliance with environment, health and safety laws and regulations and MIT practices; support safety programs, including confined space, lock out tag out, fall protection, hazard communication, job hazard analysis, and electrical safety; work closely with the EHS manager, MIT Facilities' personnel, and designated members of MIT's EHS Department to assure that EHS requirements are satisfied.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: bachelor's degree in safety engineering, industrial safety, industrial hygiene, or related professional discipline; four years' experience in a safety-related role in an industry-related business; strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, analytical, investigatory, interpersonal, presentation, and oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively as a team leader and a record of building consensus among internal and external parties; ability to prepare thorough reports and offer corrective actionable items; and strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EHS industry software. PREFERRED: lock-out/tag-out experience in an industrial setting; professional certification (i.e., CSP, ASP, OHST, CUSA, CIH) or a master's degree in a related field; knowledge of SAP. Job #20898-9
Working conditions include working on feet, ascending stairs and ladders, and routine lifting. Protective equipment (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection, gloves, etc.) must be worn in the performance of many duties. Must be able to work extended working hours and varied shifts, including possible weekend work as required by workload or emergencies. 3/4/22
+ School Area: Department of Facilities
+ Employment Type: Full-Time
+ Employment Category: Exempt
+ Visa Sponsorship Available: No
+ Schedule: M-F
Email a Friend Save Save Apply Now
Information on MIT's COVID-19 vaccination requirement can be found at the bottom of this posting.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY ENGINEER, Facilities-Campus Services and Maintenance, to support the 700+ employees that serve a large and complex campus environment (134 buildings, 11 million square feet). Will work under the direction of the EHS manager and oversee day-to-day activities within the department; provide guidance as necessary; stop and correct unsafe work practices; monitor compliance with environment, health and safety laws and regulations and MIT practices; support safety programs, including confined space, lock out tag out, fall protection, hazard communication, job hazard analysis, and electrical safety; work closely with the EHS manager, MIT Facilities' personnel, and designated members of MIT's EHS Department to assure that EHS requirements are satisfied.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: bachelor's degree in safety engineering, industrial safety, industrial hygiene, or related professional discipline; four years' experience in a safety-related role in an industry-related business; strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, analytical, investigatory, interpersonal, presentation, and oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively as a team leader and a record of building consensus among internal and external parties; ability to prepare thorough reports and offer corrective actionable items; and strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EHS industry software. PREFERRED: lock-out/tag-out experience in an industrial setting; professional certification (i.e., CSP, ASP, OHST, CUSA, CIH) or a master's degree in a related field; knowledge of SAP. Job #20898-9
Working conditions include working on feet, ascending stairs and ladders, and routine lifting. Protective equipment (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection, gloves, etc.) must be worn in the performance of many duties. Must be able to work extended working hours and varied shifts, including possible weekend work as required by workload or emergencies. 3/4/22
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Safety engineer job description example 3
McWane safety engineer job description
The role of a Safety & Health Engineer is vital to the success of the organization, achieving company goals and driving initiatives that result in best in class HS performance (OHSAS 18001 facility).
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Responsibilities
• Perform all functions of the job with the highest level of compliance and integrity
• Assist in driving a culture of HS ownership throughout all facilities
• Develop & Implement HS programs for respective facility as directed
• Lead and conduct HS audits and inspections:
-Physical conditions safety inspections
-Program audits
-Compliance & Permit audits
-Machine guarding
-LOTO
-Confined space entry
• Develop Safety Programs, training initiative and conduct training as directed by the organization
• Conduct/schedule IH sampling as required
• Identify and support the implementation of ergonomic solutions, ergonomics training and ergonomic communications
• Lead regulatory inspections and investigations as required and develop/track any corrective actions to closure
• Support Facility with incident investigations, corrective action plans and share best practices through network wide communication.
Qualifications
A successful candidate should have the following professional skills to ensure success:
• B.S. Degree in the field of Occupational Safety and Health Engineering or equivalent field
• 1 - 3 years' experience preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA, NFPA and ANSI Standards
• Excellent communication skills (written, interpersonal, and intrapersonal)
• Strong problem solving skills
• Successful experience in teaching and mentoring others. OSHA 501/511 certification preferred.
• Strong manufacturing industry knowledge is a plus
• Travel will be approximately 10%
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Responsibilities
• Perform all functions of the job with the highest level of compliance and integrity
• Assist in driving a culture of HS ownership throughout all facilities
• Develop & Implement HS programs for respective facility as directed
• Lead and conduct HS audits and inspections:
-Physical conditions safety inspections
-Program audits
-Compliance & Permit audits
-Machine guarding
-LOTO
-Confined space entry
• Develop Safety Programs, training initiative and conduct training as directed by the organization
• Conduct/schedule IH sampling as required
• Identify and support the implementation of ergonomic solutions, ergonomics training and ergonomic communications
• Lead regulatory inspections and investigations as required and develop/track any corrective actions to closure
• Support Facility with incident investigations, corrective action plans and share best practices through network wide communication.
Qualifications
A successful candidate should have the following professional skills to ensure success:
• B.S. Degree in the field of Occupational Safety and Health Engineering or equivalent field
• 1 - 3 years' experience preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA, NFPA and ANSI Standards
• Excellent communication skills (written, interpersonal, and intrapersonal)
• Strong problem solving skills
• Successful experience in teaching and mentoring others. OSHA 501/511 certification preferred.
• Strong manufacturing industry knowledge is a plus
• Travel will be approximately 10%
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Updated March 14, 2024