Safety Engineer

Job Overview

This safety engineer role is about building systems that protect people. You'll assess risks and design controls for industrial or construction sites in the Cleveland, OH area, making sure work gets done without anyone getting hurt. It's a job where your analysis directly impacts daily operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and audits, documenting hazards from machinery operation to chemical handling.
• Develop and revise safety programs; think fall protection plans or emergency response procedures; so they're actually useful on the ground.
• Lead incident investigations. You're not just filing a report; you're figuring out the root cause to prevent it from happening again.
• Coordinate training sessions for crews and management, translating regulations into practical steps.
• Review equipment installations and contractor plans before work begins, spotting potential issues early.

Requirements

• A solid grasp of OSHA standards and how to apply them across different job sites.
• Experience with job hazard analysis and risk assessment methodologies is expected.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, occupational safety, or a related technical field is typically required.
• Certifications like ASP (Associate Safety Professional) or CSP are a strong plus.
• The role involves walking active worksites, sometimes in varying weather, and requires clear communication under pressure.

What It's Like In This Role

You'll split your time between the jobsite trailer and the field itself. One day you're reviewing data on a laptop, the next you're in steel toe boots observing a crane lift. The team relies on you for clear guidance, so expect lots of questions from superintendents and crew leads. You'll use specialized software for reporting but most of your real tools are a keen eye and a checklist. The workload follows project cycles; some weeks are standard, others are intense during audits or after an incident.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The work changes with each site or project phase, so monotony isn't an issue. There's real potential to grow into a senior specialist or corporate safety director role depending on the employer. Because JobXi lists openings from various companies, you get exposure to different industries within Cleveland, OH. Every new site teaches you something about managing risk in a different context.

Schedule & Work Type

This is primarily a full time position based onsite at facilities or projects in Cleveland, OH. Schedules often align with construction or production hours, which can mean an early start. Fully remote work isn't typical for this hands on role, though some employers may offer hybrid admin days after establishing presence on site.

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Equal Opportunity

The hiring employers provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law.